Cleaning Services Officer - Casual Inventory

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Intent of the process

This inventory is for casual employment which is temporary employment of 90 working days or less in a calendar year.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 1,000 words (maximum)

Contact information for 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

A secondary school diploma or successful completion of a provincially / territorially approved secondary school equivalency test, or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience using computer programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point, and electronic mail.
Experience cleaning in either commercial, multi residential or institutional environment.
Experience using and maintaining mechanical equipment.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of janitorial supplies, their use as well as handling and storage.
Knowledge of workplace health and safety.
Knowledge of cleaning equipment.
Knowledge of cleaning techniques and/or procedures.
Knowledge of safe lifting techniques and practices.

Ability to deal with multiple priorities
Ability to lift heavy objects while practicing proper safety procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing

Effective interpersonal relationships
Team Work
Flexibility
Judgment
Client Service Orientation
Reliability

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Occasional overtime
Working with and instructing inmates
Cleaning or facilitating the clean up of hazardous material and bodily fluid

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Possession of a valid driver’s license that conforms to provincial or territorial requirements.
Ability to lift/move heavy objects up to 25kg using proper safety procedures.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Applicants who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts emails from unknown users (some email systems block these types of emails).

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Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.