Janitor & custodian jobs in Canada (867 jobs)

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Counted Nov 6, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 867
Employers: 323

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $21.01Across 143 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 0%0 listings
On-site: 99%861 listings

Not specified: 1% (6 listings)

Employers hiring include GDI Integrated Facility Services (98), FirstService Residential Canada (41), Compass Group Canada (36).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Janitor & custodian jobs in Canada

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DU
Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Part-time
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Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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CS
Head Concierge
Cleantech Service Group
Vancouver, BC
- $25 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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MG
Concierge
Mistral Group of Companies
ON · Brighton, Ontario
- Part-time
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CG
Custodian Full Time
Compass Group Canada
Edmonton, AB
- $19.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
As a Heavy Duty Driver Custodian/ Janitor, You Will
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CG
Janitor Part Time
Compass Group Canada
Calgary, AB
- $21 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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CG
Custodian Part Time Casual
Compass Group Canada
Vancouver, BC
- $20 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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CG
Custodian Full Time
Compass Group Canada
Edmonton, AB
- $17.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Janitor
Canlan Sports
North Vancouver, BC
- Part-time
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DU
Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Part-time
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Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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DU
Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Part-time
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Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Part-time
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Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Custodian
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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Janitor
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory
King's Point, NL
- Part-time
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TS
Janitor
The Salvation Army in Canada
King's Point, NL · Kings Point, NL
- Part-time
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Custodian
CNIB
Carleton Place, ON
- $42,192 to $52,740 CAD / year
- Full-time
As a member of the Canine Care team, the Custodian will perform janitorial and site maintenance duties with a strong focus on biosecurity and providing the best possible experience to…
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GI
Heavy Duty Cleaner
GDI Integrated Facility Services
Windsor, ON
- Full-time
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GI
Heavy Duty Cleaner
GDI Integrated Facility Services
Windsor, ON
- Full-time
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FR
Heavy Duty Cleaner
FirstService Residential Canada
Richmond Hill, ON
- Full-time

ESS Compass

Custodian/Janitor, Full Time

Dease Lake, BC, V0C 1L0, Canada

The hourly wage for this position is $20 - 20.50. · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: The hourly wage for this position is $20 - 20.50.
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

As the Custodian/Janitor you will be responsible for keeping buildings clean and orderly, and performing heavy cleaning duties, including cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Stripping and wax floors
Collect and dispose of trash following approved procedures and infection control plans
Dust and damp mops floors following approved procedures
Move equipment and furniture for proper cleaning and place furniture back in correct placement
Clean assigned areas with the use of assigned materials and equipment. Sanitize all surfaces.
Wash walls, windows, furniture, baseboards, and other items to maintain a clean, safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff
Seek out areas requiring cleaning; take initiative to complete the task
Complete all tasks assigned by supervisor
Strip, scrub, buff and refinish floors, shampoo carpet

Qualifications:

1 year of housekeeping/custodian experience
2 years' experience, stripping and waxing of floors
WHMIS and BSW Certifications an asset
Good command of English language, both verbal and written
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Physical ability to perform all aspects of the job

Position Requirements:

A full and valid Driver's License
Pass a Drug & Alcohol Test
Shift: 12hr/Day
Rotation: 14 Days On/14 Days Off
Local applicants preferred

Perks:

Travel and accommodations provided
Overtime after 8hr shift
Benefits after 3 months

ESS Canada is committed to building meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities and supporting inclusive employment opportunities. Consistent with our Indigenous community partnership commitments and voluntary employment equity initiatives, qualified Indigenous applicants (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) may be given preference in the hiring process. Such applicants are invited to voluntarily self-identify and may be required to confirm a claim of Indigenous identity during the hiring process.

The hourly wage for this position is $20 - 20.50. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process. This is a posting for an existing job vacancy.

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Responsibilities

The custodian is responsible for maintaining clean and orderly building environments by performing heavy cleaning tasks such as floor care, sanitization, and waste removal. They must also manage equipment and furniture placement while ensuring all assigned areas meet safety and hygiene standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of housekeeping or custodial experience, including two years of specific floor stripping and waxing expertise. A valid driver's license and the ability to pass a drug and alcohol test are mandatory requirements for this position.

Skills

Floor stripping
Floor waxing
Janitorial services
Sanitization
Trash disposal
Equipment operation
Carpet shampooing
Time management
Teamwork
Communication
Safety compliance

Benefits

Travel provided
Accommodations provided
Overtime pay
Benefits after 3 months

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

Custodian
Janitor
Floor Stripping
Floor Waxing
Sanitization
Housekeeping
WHMIS
BSW Certification
Infection Control
Facility Services
Maintenance
Cleaning Equipment
Safety Procedures
Full-time

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