Cleaner (Part-time, Casual)

Service Area: Infrastructure, Development, and Environment
Department: Facilities and Energy Management
Division: Corporate Building Maintenance
Work Location: City Hall, 1 Carden Street
Work Mode: In Person
Job Type and Duration: Casual, Part time Vacancy
Position Availability: 2 vacant positions
Salary Range: $17.66 - $18.59 per hour
Affiliation: Non-Union
Posting Period: August 21, 2026 to September 7, 2026 11:59 p.m.

Why Join the City of Guelph?

When you join the City of Guelph, you join a team of over 2000 employees who deliver services the community relies on every day. Together, we are bringing to life Guelph’s vision of an inclusive, connected, and prosperous city where we look after each other and our environment. As a single tier municipality, we offer a variety of occupations and career specialities within our organization. Guided by the goals and objectives of the Future Guelph: Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.

Resumes are being accepted for the part-time position of Facility Cleaner within Corporate Building Maintenance. The successful candidate will be responsible for the cleaning of various city facilities guided by the goals and objectives of the City of Guelph Corporate Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Perform a variety of operational tasks focusing on cleaning. This may include but not limited to sweeping, vacuuming, washing floors, mirrors and windows, cleaning washrooms, work rooms, responding to emergency clean-ups and spills, garbage removal etc.
• Other duties may include stocking supplies or cleaning loose garbage from outside.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and requirements

• Completion of a Grade 12 Diploma
• Knowledge of proper lifting techniques
• Physically able to perform repetitive work including lifting, bending, pushing and pulling with moderate exertion
• Previous experience as it relates to cleaning of large facilities
• WHIMIS training and a working knowledge of the Ontario Health and Safety Act are required
• Ability to show decorum when dealing with co-workers and patrons
• Capable of multi-tasking
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Ability to work under pressure

Hours of work
10-23 hours per week, shifts will vary, including some evenings and weekends as required.

How to apply
Qualified applicants are invited to apply using our online application system by September 7, 2026. Please note all applicants must complete the online questionnaire specific to this position at the time they submit their resume and cover letter in order to be considered.

Please visit the job posting listed on our City of Guelph careers page and click on the “Apply for this job” button. Instructions will follow.

Hiring Process Transparency
The City of Guelph is committed to fair and transparent recruitment practices. Candidates who participate in an interview for this position will be notified of the hiring decision within 45 days of their interview. Notifications will be provided in writing, or through technology.

Commitment to Diversity & Accessibility
The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome, valued and engaged. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All employment practices are solely based on individual merit, qualifications, and organization's needs at the time. In keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in our job application procedures. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, you may contact us to make your needs known in advance.

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