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We are seeking dedicated Light Duty Cleaners to join our cleaning team. The ideal candidates will be responsible for performing routine cleaning tasks to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in designated areas.
Job details
- Location: Medicine Hat, AB
- Salary: 15.50 hourly / 40 hours per week
- Terms of employment Term or contract: Full time Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Morning
- Start date:Starts as soon as possible
- Vacancies 2
- Verified
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
Will train
Work setting
- Cleaning service company
- Various locations
Responsibilities:
- Perform cleaning duties, including dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors in assigned areas.
- Clean and sanitize surfaces, including desks, tables, countertops, and fixtures, using appropriate cleaning agents.
- Empty trash receptacles and replace liners, ensuring proper disposal of waste materials.
- Clean and disinfect restroom facilities, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, and replenish restroom supplies.
- Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Maintain cleanliness of common areas, such as hallways, lobbies, and corridors.
- Follow established cleaning schedules, procedures, and guidelines provided by the supervisor or manager.
- Ensure all cleaning equipment and supplies are properly maintained and stored.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Cleaner or in a similar role is advantageous but not mandatory; training will be provided.
- Ability to understand and follow safety guidelines and cleaning procedures.
- Physical stamina and the ability to perform repetitive tasks while standing, bending, and lifting objects.
- Attention to detail and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment is an asset.
Tasks
- Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors
- Dust furniture
- Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture
- Clean, disinfect and polish kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances
- Clean and disinfect elevators
- Pick up debris and empty trash containers
- Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Repetitive tasks
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Reliability
- Team player
- Judgement
- Organized
- Punctuality
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.
Advertised until
2023-12-19
Here are some frequently asked questions to help you gain a better understanding of this Light duty cleaner:
- What does a Light Duty Cleaner do? Light Duty Cleaners are responsible for performing routine cleaning tasks to maintain cleanliness in residential, commercial, or institutional settings.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Light Duty Cleaner? Their responsibilities include dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, sanitizing surfaces, emptying trash receptacles, and cleaning and restocking restrooms.
- What skills are essential for a successful Light Duty Cleaner? Essential skills include attention to detail, time management, physical stamina, knowledge of cleaning techniques and chemicals, and the ability to follow instructions.
- What tasks are typically performed by a Light Duty Cleaner? Light Duty Cleaners clean and sanitize designated areas, dust furniture, sweep and mop floors, clean windows and mirrors, and maintain cleaning supplies and equipment.
- How does a Light Duty Cleaner ensure effective cleaning practices? They ensure effectiveness by following established cleaning procedures, using appropriate cleaning agents, and maintaining cleanliness standards set by the employer.
- What challenges might a Light Duty Cleaner face in their role? Challenges may include managing time efficiently to complete tasks within a designated timeframe, handling cleaning tasks in high-traffic areas, and adapting to different cleaning requirements.
- What tools or cleaning equipment do Light Duty Cleaners commonly use? They commonly use mops, vacuum cleaners, dusters, cleaning solutions, microfiber cloths, and other basic cleaning tools and equipment.
- What opportunities for career growth exist for Light Duty Cleaners? Experienced cleaners can advance to supervisory roles, become specialized in certain cleaning techniques or sectors (e.g., healthcare cleaning, eco-friendly cleaning), or start their own cleaning businesses.
- How does a Light Duty Cleaner contribute to a healthy and safe environment? They contribute by maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards, reducing the spread of germs, and ensuring a safe and pleasant environment for occupants.
- What advice would you give to someone aspiring to be a Light Duty Cleaner? Focus on attention to detail, reliability, willingness to learn new cleaning methods, and adaptability to various cleaning tasks and environments.
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