Job title
Cleaner/Janitor – Residential & Commercial (Full-time, Part-time, On-Call)
Position details
- Job type: Full-time, Part-time, On-Call
- Location: St. John’s, NL and surrounding areas (travel to client sites required)
- Hiring: Multiple positions
Key responsibilities
- Perform detailed cleaning of residential, commercial, and/or construction sites according to company checklists and standards.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, sanitize surfaces, clean restrooms, kitchens, offices, and common areas.
- Safely use cleaning products and equipment as trained and directed.
- Follow site-specific procedures for healthcare, rental, or specialty environments where applicable.
- Report any issues, damages, or safety concerns to your supervisor promptly.
- Maintain a professional attitude and appearance while representing Royal Cleaners at client locations.
Required qualifications
- Resume.
- At least 1 professional reference with Canadian work experience (cleaning or related field strongly preferred).
- Ability to legally work in Canada only.
- Clear criminal background check (or willingness to obtain).
- Vulnerable sector check (or willingness to obtain) – priority requirement for this role.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks (standing, bending, lifting, and repetitive motion).
- Basic English communication skills (spoken and written) to follow instructions and safety procedures.
Preferred experience
- Previous professional cleaning experience in Canada (residential, commercial, hotel, healthcare, construction, or janitorial).
- Experience working with checklists, schedules, and quality standards.
- Driver's License
Certificates that are an asset
Applications will be considered more favorably if you possess one or more of the following (or are willing to obtain them):
- WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System).
- First Aid / CPR certification.
Availability (must answer in application)
Please clearly state the following in your application (cover letter or in the questions section):
- Your general availability (days of week and times).
- Whether you are interested in:
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-call / casual
- Whether you have access to reliable transportation to travel to various client sites in and around St. John’s.
Company summary
Royal Cleaning Services Inc. (Royal Cleaners) is a professional residential and commercial cleaning company based in St. John’s, Newfoundland, with growing operations across the Maritime provinces, including Nova Scotia. We provide ongoing and one-time cleaning services for offices, restaurants, retail stores, vacation rentals, healthcare spaces, construction sites, and more. Our approach focuses on maintaining and improving spaces rather than just surface cleaning, and we tailor our procedures to the specific needs of each client.
Royal Cleaners was founded on warm, friendly, and efficient service, and we are known for building strong relationships with clients, open communication, and consistently exceeding expectations.
Our team is trained to pay attention to detail, follow structured cleaning procedures, and deliver “royalty-level” results on every job.
Our culture & who thrives here
At Royal Cleaners, we treat every space like an extension of ourselves, which means we value pride in workmanship, respect for clients’ property, and a high standard of cleanliness. We operate with clear structure, sequence, and standards, and we support our cleaners with training, feedback, and quality assurance checks so they can do their best work.
People who excel in this role are reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented, with a positive attitude and a strong sense of responsibility toward safety and hygiene. You will do well here if you are comfortable working independently or in small teams, communicating professionally with clients and supervisors, and adapting to different work sites such as offices, rentals, medical spaces, and construction cleans.
What we offer
- Competitive wages.
- Opportunities for consistent work across different types of sites (residential, commercial, construction, and specialty environments).
- Training company procedures, safety, and quality standards.
- A supportive team culture that values feedback, professionalism, and growth.
How to apply
Please apply through Indeed with:
- Your resume.
- At least one reference with Canadian work experience (include phone and/or email).
- A brief note or answers indicating:
- Your availability.
- Whether you are seeking full-time, part-time, or on-call work.
- If you currently hold WHMIS and/or First Aid certificates.
- Confirmation that you can complete a background and vulnerable sector check.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00-$18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
