FirstService Residential is looking for a Light Duty Cleaner to join our dedicated team in Etobicoke, Ontario. In this full-time role, you’ll help maintain the cleanliness and appearance of residential communities, ensuring a welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors alike. If you’re dependable, safety-minded, and have a passion for maintaining clean spaces, we want to hear from you.
Company Overview
FirstService Residential is North America’s leading residential property management company. With more than 19,000 associates across the U.S. and Canada, they deliver tailored services to communities of all sizes—condominiums, strata properties, high-rise buildings, and more. They specialize in property management, front desk operations, maintenance, and cleaning services. As a recognized Great Place to Work, they offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive culture where every employee is valued.
Location and Work Type
- Position Title: Light Duty Cleaner
- Site Location: Etobicoke, Ontario
- Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Hourly Wage: $17.30 CAD
- Industry: Residential Property Management
What Will You Do?
As a Light Duty Cleaner, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day upkeep of residential buildings and common areas. Your responsibilities will include:
- Cleaning restrooms and replenishing supplies
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors and stairways
- Emptying trash and waste containers
- Dusting blinds, furniture, door frames, railings, and other surfaces
- Polishing metalwork, chrome fixtures, and wood furniture
- Washing windows, walls, mirrors, and ceilings using ladders as needed
- Removing debris from exterior areas like parking lots and grounds
- Notifying supervisors of any maintenance or safety concerns
- Using powered equipment like vacuums and floor buffers
- Following health and safety protocols at all times
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Knowledge of general cleaning practices and janitorial tools
- Familiarity with safe use of cleaning agents and equipment
- Ability to understand and follow instructions independently
- Strong observation skills for identifying safety risks or repairs
- Physical stamina for tasks that involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting for extended periods
- Comfort working indoors and outdoors, including exposure to cleaning chemicals and occasional unpleasant odors
- Awareness of building security protocols and property access rules
Preferred Skills
- Previous experience in a residential, commercial, or hospitality cleaning role
- Ability to operate janitorial tools (e.g., buffers, vacuums, floor polishers)
- Understanding of workplace safety and WHMIS regulations
- Excellent time management and task prioritization
- Clear communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team
Compensation and Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $17.30 CAD
- Stable, weekday hours (no nights or weekends!)
- Access to professional development and training
- Inclusive and respectful workplace culture
- Opportunities for internal mobility within FirstService Residential
- Career growth in a leading, nationwide property management firm
- Workplace accommodations available upon request
Application Process
Apply now to start your cleaning career with FirstService Residential.
- Submit your resume online through careers portal
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview
- Successful applicants will complete onboarding and safety training
- FirstService welcome candidates from all backgrounds, and accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the hiring process.
- Please indicate your preferred method of communication in your application.
Why Join Us?
At FirstService Residential, you’re not just taking on a job—you’re building a career in service and community care. Their team members are proud of the work they do and the difference they make every day in people’s lives.
- Join a Great Place to Work® certified organization
- Be part of a team that values respect, collaboration, and inclusion
- Enjoy the stability of a full-time role with consistent hours
- Work in a positive environment where safety and training come first
- Contribute directly to the wellbeing and satisfaction of residents
FirstService is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and building a diverse workforce. They encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including newcomers to Canada, Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, and individuals with disabilities.