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Cleaner Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

A Cleaner, or Light Duty Cleaner, is someone who cleans and maintains an office space, hotel, resort, hospital, school, or private residence. Their duties include disinfecting all surfaces within a room, sweeping, emptying the trash, dusting, and replacing supplies. A Specialized Cleaner has special training to work with specific products, such as radioactive material.

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What does a Cleaner do?

A Cleaner makes sure an office space or building is well-maintained and clean of any dust or dirt. A Cleaner also replenishes toiletries and supplies, such as paper towels, tissues, and toilet paper in the bathroom. Cleaners often adhere to a daily or weekly list of tasks specifically designed for a business.

There are different types of Cleaners, and the job can change based on industry or workspace. A Light Duty Cleaner dusts, sweeps, and empties the garbage, while a Specialized Cleaner performs industry-specific sanitation and maintenance. Cleaners who work in healthcare will have different job functions than a Cleaner who works in a hotel.

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Cleaner Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Bissett Cleaning is looking to hire an Independent Cleaner to service the town of Magrath.

Part Time:3 hours/week

Schedule: Friday after 6pm OR Saturday anytime

Salary:$18-21/hr

Personal Characteristics:

  • Must be able to work on your own and have an eye for detail
  • Outgoing, eager to please, show initiative, problem solver, sense of ownership
  • Flexible, client focus, dependable, reliable

    Qualifications:

  • Cell phone w/ data
  • Reliable work vehicle
  • Bondable
  • Previous Janitorial experience
  • Vaccinated

    Scope of Work:

  • Managing your schedule and cleaning a list of assigned clientele
  • Transporting required cleaning products/equipment to/from cleaning locale
  • Laundering cleaning clothes at your residence
  • Performing general cleaning tasks as outlined, including but not limited to, general dusting, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, office cleaning, reasonable elevated cleaning (up to 8' max), vacuum/sweep/wash floors (by hand when required), empty garbage/recycling.
  • Other duties, as the employer may designate, in accordance with the employer's policies and procedures in effect from time to time
  • Every 2nd week expected visit to our Lethbridge Office for supplies on personal time

    Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
    Part-time hours: 3 per week

    Salary: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
    Schedule:
  • Every Weekend
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay

    COVID-19 considerations:
    Vaccination Required

    Work Location: In start date: 2023-09-08

    • Example 2

    Residential Cleaner
    Looking for someone who enjoys cleaning peoples homes, has attention to detail and a positive attitude. Can work in a team environment and prides them self in their work. We have high standards and only grow from referrals.

    I am not hiring janitors. Only apply if seriously interested.

    Residential Cleaner Responsibilities
  • Meet at first location on time and prepared to work
  • Bring a positive attitude
  • Be a team player communicating with your partner and working together
  • Be mindful of clients home
  • Work efficiently to be done on time with quality work
  • Be able to lift up to 15lbs

    Residential Cleaner Qualifications
  • Have a minimum 1 year experience
  • Physically fit & able to lift up to 20lbs and be up and down on your knees
  • Good communication

    Monday - Friday 9 to 5

    Approximately 20-30 hrs a week

    Paid Mileage

    Direct deposit

    Must speak & read English

    Must have a smart phone

    Must have a reliable vehicle a valid license and insurance

    Job Type: Part-time

    Salary: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Commuter benefits
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Tips

    COVID-19 considerations:
    We must comply with AHS and clients requests.

    Application question(s):
  • Why do you think you�d be a good fit?

    Licence/Certification:
  • Class 5 License and car Location: On the road

    • Example 3

    Job Description

    Commercial Cleaners Needed - Milton Ontario

    Light duty Cleaner Position in � Part Time evening

    This office cleaning position is physically demanding and requires the ability to lift/move heavy objects, standing, bending, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors.

    We are seeking serious, long term minded employees to join our growing Cleaning Company.

    Major Responsibilities of Light Duty Cleaner:

    � Sweeping and mopping of assigned areas

    � Cleaning of Bathrooms, Kitchens, Eating Areas, Offices, Common Areas, etc

    � Emptying garbage & recycling receptacles.

    � Monitor and order supplies on a weekly basis

    � Replenish/ Restock all cleaning supplies when required.

    � Conduct all work in accordance with company procedures Details Provided Upon Hiring

    Required Skills:

    � Must possess physical ability to perform all cleaning/ janitorial tasks.

    � Must have the ability to perform outlined tasks with minimum supervision.

    � Must be self-motivated

    � Must be able to complete tasks in assigned time

    We are seeking to start candidates ASAP.

    Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

    Experience:

    � cleaner: 1 year (Preferred)

    Location:

    � Ontario Drivers License (Preferred)

    Job Type: Part-time

    Job Type: Part-time
    Part-time hours: 10 per week

    Salary: $15.50-$20.00 per hour

    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • English not required

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Milton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Experience:
  • Cleaning: 1 year (preferred)
  • janitorial: 1 year Location: One location

    • Example 4

    Fresh Cleaning Service is a well established and successful small business in the GTA. We are supportive, fun, demanding and our goal is to provide a mutually beneficial relationship with our staff..

    Our work environment includes:
  • Lively atmosphere
  • Growth opportunities
  • On-the-job training

    Fresh Cleaning Service is a well-established company looking for a experienced residential cleaner to fill the following opening within our organization:

    Residential Home Cleaner

    Do you enjoy cleaning and take pride in your work? Do you want to be rewarded for your hard work?

    We are looking for motivated individual who is reliable, trustworthy, & would strive to exceed client expectations. You must be hardworking with the ability to endure the physical demands of cleaning.

    You must be willing to travel withinMississauga/Etobicokeand surrounding areas. This job has A LOT of driving. Use of your own vehicle is required. Please don't apply if you have trouble with that.

    We offer:

    -$20-26 per hour
    - Equipment
    - Weekly pay
    - Mileage

    You must:

    - Must be available to work Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm
    - Have a reliable vehicle
    - Be willing to drive in Mississauga/Etobicoke and surrounding areas*.
    - Pay attention to detail
    - Be reliable
    - Pass a police clearance
    - Previous Residential cleaning experience required.

    No Phone Calls Please!

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

    Salary: $22.00-$26.00 per hour

    Additional pay:
  • Tips
    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Commuter benefits
  • Store discount
    Flexible language requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

    Application question(s):
  • Can you pass a police clearance?

    Experience:
  • Residential Cleaning: 1 year license and reliable vehicle (required)

    • Example 5

    NIGHT SHIFT / 5 DAYS PER WEEK /PART TIME Uxbridge, ON**

    Job Summary:Under the general supervision of the Regional Manager the cleaner performs a variety of cleaning related tasks with emphasis on customer satisfaction and quality service delivery.

    Key Responsibilities:Functioning as a core member of the team the Cleaner must be able to:
  • Clean and supply designated facility areas (dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning etc.)
  • Disinfect High Touch points
  • Perform and document routine inspection and maintenance activities
  • Maintain building security and safety integrity by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours, ensuring only authorized personnel enter premises etc.
  • Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs
  • Stock and maintain supplies/rooms
  • Cooperate with the rest of the staff
  • Follow all health and safety regulations
  • Perform other duties as assigned

    Job Requirements:
  • Ideally already established in the cleaning business
  • Previous experience preferred, but will train a suitable candidate
  • Excellent time management skills/ must adhere to tight deadlines/respond quickly to situations
  • Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
  • Ability to listen, communicate and speak in English
  • Integrity and ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Must be able to handle confidential information in an ethical and professional manner
  • Familiarity with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) preferred
  • Mandatory security clearance will be conducted prior to employment; successful applicants must have a clear record
  • Flexible

    Before applying for this position, please ensure you have met ALL the pre-screening criteria and submit a current resume with work experience related to this position.

    J+A Cleaning Solutions Ltd., encourages all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and commitment to service excellence to apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however only selected candidates will be contacted.

    Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

    Salary: From $15.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • Night shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Uxbridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Application question(s):
  • Are you willing and able to pass a security background 1 year (preferred)

    • Example 6

    Monte Cristo Bakery is seeking for a Sanitation Worker/Machine Cleaner

    Summary:

    This position is responsible for cleaning equipment, disinfect surfaces, sanitize all components of the food production and processing equipment and ensure that there is no unnecessary waste along the assembly line

    Job Description:

    � Comply with company policies and procedures, including: GMP, health & safety

    � Follow safe work practices and procedures as per company policies and procedures, safe working practices including chemical handling, PPEWork Safe regulations

    � Daily cleaning and sanitation of food processing and manufacturing equipment

    � Some heavy lifting and moving of machines will be required

    � Clean the floors

    � Follow safe work practices and procedures as per WorkSafe B.C. and company policies and guidelines

    � Ability to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds

    � Good knowledge of GMP and Health & Safety

    � Perform additional duties as assigned

    Shifts:

    Monday to Friday 9:30pm � 6:00am

    It is a permanent full time position and we will train.

    Benefit: Group insurance available after 3 months

    Must able to speak English
    Vacancy: 3 available
    Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

    Rate: Start rate $18.50/hr or negotiable for experienced candidate.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: From $18.50 per hour

    Additional pay:
  • Overtime pay
    Benefits:
  • Discounted or free food
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Delta, BC V4G 1A3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Experience:
  • cleaning: 1 year deadline: 2022-04-08

    • Cleaner duties and responsibilities

    A Cleaner’s main responsibilities and duties will vary depending on the office and building. Routine inspections of certain areas help a Cleaner identify and address what needs cleaning. Important duties for the job and responsibilities needed to excel as a Cleaner include:

    • Cleaning and disinfecting all surface areas, including bathrooms, common kitchens, desks, and conference rooms
    • Replacing toilet paper and hand towels
    • Dusting the surfaces within a room
    • Mopping and polishing floors
    • Picking up any trash and emptying the trash bins
    • Making beds, washing linens, and changing the linens
    • Cleaning and scrubbing windows
    • Responding to employee or guest requests

    Cleaner skills and qualifications

    Cleaners require specific skills and qualifications to ensure an area is neat and sanitary. A successful Cleaner candidate will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications needed to perform the job. Here are some examples of skills and qualifications typically listed on a job description for a Cleaner: 

    • Organizational skills to keep rooms and storage closets clean and organized
    • Communication skills to take direction and work alongside other Cleaners
    • Attention to detail to perform a thorough job
    • Adaptability and flexibility to focus on whatever task is most important at any given time
    • Ability to complete physically demanding tasks
    • Integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness to be left to work independently

    Cleaner experience requirements

    Entry-level Cleaners usually don’t need any experience, though most employers prefer at least one year of experience. Larger companies or companies with specific cleaning needs usually look for candidates with two to four years of experience. Specialized Cleaners often need at least five years of experience in the industry.

    Cleaner education and training requirements

    Although a high school diploma is preferred, job applicants with several years of experience and strong recommendations may be considered. Various organizations offer training programs for professional Cleaners with certification or completion awards. Industry-specific requirements may be necessary for some businesses, including healthcare.

    Cleaner salary expectations

    According to Indeed, the average salary for a Cleaner is $16.00 per hour. The salary for a Cleaner may fluctuate depending on experience, location, and company.

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    Cleaner job description FAQs

    Do Cleaners have different responsibilities in different industries?

    A Cleaner’s daily tasks can change broadly based on the industry. They work in various types of environments such as hospitals, hotels, office buildings, and private residences.

    In a hotel, a Cleaner is responsible for changing the bed linens, doing the laundry, scrubbing the bathroom, vacuuming the floors, replenishing the toiletries, and dusting the rooms. In an office building, a Cleaner would be responsible for wiping all glass surfaces, cleaning desks, emptying the trash, and cleaning the bathrooms. In a private residence, a Cleaner could do all of the duties above in addition to cleaning the dishes and mopping the floors.

    How can you make a Cleaner job description stand out?

    A Cleaner can perform several different types of duties, so when hiring for the role, it is best to be as specific in the daily tasks as possible. Information about the building and office environment target the appropriate type of job candidate. Letting the applicant know how many floors, bathrooms, rooms, or spaces they are responsible for will also help a job description stand out. Adding in the benefits of working at the company, such as product or service discounts, paid time off, or free parking can attract an experienced Cleaner.

    Who does a Cleaner report to?

    A Cleaner will generally report to the individual in charge of building maintenance. In some cases, a Cleaner could be employed by a property management company and clean the building and office spaces of different businesses. In a small company, the Cleaner may report to the owner of the company or an Office Manager.

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