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Principal Cleaner

Job in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-13
Job specializations:
  • Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 55224 - 62151 CAD Yearly CAD 55224.00 62151.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Vacancy Status:
Existing Vacancy Branch: HOLD-PSAC Holdings Ltd.

Employment Type:

Indeterminate, Full time Position. Linguistic Designation:
English. Classification Level: Band
4. Annual Salary: $55,224.00 - $62,151.00. Union:
Alliance Employees Union - Holdings.

Location:

Ottawa, ON. Search Area:
Internal, Membership, Public.

About the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) PSAC was created in 1966 and is a union that has proudly represented more than 245,000 workers across Canada and beyond. We stand up for fairness, equity, and better workplaces. We know our strength is in our people. Headquartered in Ottawa with regional offices nationwide, PSAC has led countless successful campaigns for workers’ rights and social justice.

We believe in standing together and supporting the people who make our union work every day. For more information about our victories, please visit our website at

About the role

Under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, leads, instructs, and participates in the tasks and duties of a group of cleaners in the daily cleaning of a 12-storey office building.

Education & Experience
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in large commercial or office cleaning environments.
  • 1 to 3 years of experience in a lead hand or supervisory capacity.
  • Experience supervising unionized staff and working within a collective agreement.
Skills & Knowledge
  • Strong knowledge of WHMIS regulations and use of MSDS specifications.
  • Strong reading, comprehension, organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of green cleaning standards and environmentally responsible cleaning practices.
Abilities
  • Ability to communicate effectively with staff members, management, suppliers, and service providers.
  • Ability to follow manufacturer product and equipment instructions.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards, lead and hold staff accountable, and ensure a safe and professional workplace culture.
  • Strong reading, comprehension, organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in providing clear instructions, product or equipment demonstrations, training, coaching, and motivating staff members.
Personal suitability

High degree of initiative, good judgement and tact;
Commitment to union principles.

What you need to know

A combination of education, experience, and demonstrated performance may substitute for formal academic requirements. PSAC welcomes applications from candidates with diverse and international experience. PSAC does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates. Interviewed candidates will be notified of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview. While we appreciate every applicant’s interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

A full job description is available on request.

Why work with us

Should you share PSAC's values and commitment, recognize the significance of the labour movement, and advocate for workers' rights, PSAC extends an invitation to join our team and actively contribute to a community dedicated to social justice, fairness, equity, and the well-being of workers.

Our comprehensive rewards and benefits package
  • Comprehensive group benefits — 100% employer-paid health, dental, life, and disability insurance, a health care spending account (HCSA), plus up to $7,500 per year for mental health services.
  • Defined and secure pension plan — shared 50/50 between you and us.
  • Three (3) weeks’ vacation to start, plus extra paid leave for appointments, moving, personal days, sick days, or whatever you need.
  • Professional development support to help you grow.
  • An annual recreation allowance of $800 because your wellness matters.
Our commitment to employment equity

PSAC is committed to building a workplace…

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