Light Duty Cleaning jobs

Career Opportunity

We are currently seeking temporary Heavy Duty Cleaners (Building Servicepersons) for our 2026 seasonal maintenance program. This position requires a valid Ontario "G" Class Driver's License. This position involves working a 40 hour work week, with various shifts and off days; including weekends and Statutory Holidays.

What You Will Do

• Performing a variety of janitorial services of a heavy duty nature and related special assignments at various TTC locations including auto-scrubbing; pressure washing; stripping/sealing/reconditioning floors, stairs and cove basis; cleaning walls, stairs; washroom sanitizing; carpet shampooing, etc. and other janitorial duties, as assigned
• Operating a variety of routine or heavy duty equipment (e.g. floor scrubber, polisher, buffer, burnisher, grinder, pressure washer, steam cleaner, vacuum, generator, carpet shampooing machine, washroom sanitizing machine, etc.) in order to perform work assignments
• Performing various special assignments such as light restorative grinding, reconditioning, densifying, stripping and sealing terrazzo, etc.
• Performing overhead luxalon cleaning duties at assigned work locations
• Performing routine maintenance on all equipment, maintaining supplies and restocking of same; ordering inventory through supervisory staff
• Assisting with lifting, moving and loading/unloading of various materials/equipment
• Operating a non-revenue vehicle, as required
• Collecting waste and recyclables and loading same in the appropriate bins
• Setting up/operating scaffolds, automated work platforms, scissor lifts and boom lifts, as required
• Completing routine forms, records, etc. as required
• Treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers and/or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (within your area of responsibility) in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders so that they can fully benefit from the TTC as a service-provider and an employer.
• Demonstrates behaviors that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Helps to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.
  

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Previous janitorial or commercial cleaning experience preferred
• Training obtained through the completion of Grade 8 or its equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and express self clearly
• Must possess a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario class “G” driver’s licence or better
• Required to complete TTC training related to the job responsibilities (e.g. work methods, safety practices, customer service, etc.)
• Attend and successfully complete the TTC’s training programs for WHMIS; Subway/SRT Rule Book certification; Fall Protection Awareness; Scaffold Safety; Motorized Lifting Devices; Defensive Driving; Trailer Coupling/Uncoupling and Reversing’ Emergency First Aid and other related TTC programs deemed necessary by management;
• Required to read, understand and comply with all standard operating procedures and workplace procedures
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees
  

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.