Building Cleaner

Location: 1 Jim Flaherty St., Whitby, ON

Assignment: Part-time, Hourly

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour for day shifts; $19.00 per hour for night shifts. We also offer access to our superb sport, fitness, and recreational facilities.

Start Date: December 2026

Openings: 2

We exist to unlock potential through accessibility and to create a better, barrier-free life for all Canadians. We strive to achieve this by reimagining accessibility, redefining the way Canadians live, work and play, and by co-designing innovative solutions that address the needs of our community. To be successful, our organization values being person-centred, genuine, flexible, innovative, and collaborative.

As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, we welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation, and newcomers. We provide variations and accommodations at all stages of employment and are committed to improving our process to be more accessible and equitable.

We understand that no one will ever meet all the qualifications or feel completely confident in performing every duty listed, and that’s okay! We are committed to the ongoing learning and development of our employees and gladly provide on-the-job training and mentorship. Unless it says required (bolded for emphasis), please do not let any other qualification or duty discourage you from applying.

Reporting to the Director, Facilities, the Building Cleaner maintains a healthy and safe environment at Abilities Centre through outstanding cleanliness.

• You will maintain a physical presence throughout the facility, ensuring that areas are kept clean, fully stocked, and free of debris.
• You will maintain the complex in a manner which reduces the complex's liability for Slip and Fall Hazards.

• You will sweep, mop, scrub, remove debris dirt and any refuse, empty waste containers, wash windows, interior/exterior walls, clean and disinfect washroom and fixtures.
• You will clean carpets, rugs, mats, and upholstered furniture.
• You will scrub, mop, and wax floors as required or as scheduled by the Director, Facilities, or designate.

• You will perform event cleaning and support the setup and take down of all associated furniture and fixtures.

• You will comply with all company rules, regulations, policies, and procedures at all times.
• You will perform all duties in accordance with the highest professional standards at all times.
• You will perform other duties as required by the Director, Facilities, or designate.

• This job is in a large building and will include movement such as bending, stooping, crawling, pushing, and lifting/moving equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• This job supports the health and safety of the organization and will require knowledge and application of W.H.M.I.S.
• Having previous experience cleaning and using auto scrubbers / floor cleaning machines is considered an asset.

• You can manage multiple demands through well-developed organizational and time management skills.
• You are dedicated to customer service that exceeds expectations.
• You are a team player with a positive attitude whose interactions demonstrate accountability, authenticity, and collaboration.
• You are self-motivated and can work in a team environment and independently.

• It is required that you have a current, clear vulnerable sector check (V.S.C)
• It is required that you have a current, valid First Aid and C.P.R C / A.E.D.
• You have access to reliable transportation.

• You are required to have flexible availability to work a variety of shifts
  , including weekdays, evenings, and weekends.