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Cleaner information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cleaner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cleaner, you need attention to detail, basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, and familiarity with health and safety standards, often supported by prior experience or on-the-job training. Comfort with cleaning machinery, such as floor scrubbers and vacuum cleaners, and safe handling of chemicals is typically required. Reliability, time management, and strong communication are valuable soft skills for working independently or as part of a team. These skills ensure that spaces are maintained to a high standard, promoting health, safety, and a positive environment for occupants.

What do cleaners do?

Cleaners are professionals responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in various environments, such as homes, offices, schools, and public spaces. Their duties typically include dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, sanitizing surfaces, and disposing of trash. Cleaners may also be responsible for specialized tasks like window washing or deep cleaning carpets, depending on the needs of the employer. Their work helps ensure a safe and pleasant environment for everyone who uses the space.

What are some common challenges faced by cleaners, and how can they be managed effectively?

Cleaners often encounter challenges such as managing time efficiently to complete all assigned tasks, dealing with varying cleanliness standards, and working with potentially hazardous cleaning chemicals. Effective communication with supervisors and team members can help clarify expectations and priorities. Using proper safety equipment, following established protocols, and staying organized can minimize risks and improve workflow, making the role more manageable and rewarding.

What is the difference between Cleaner vs Housekeeper?

AspectCleanerHousekeeper
CredentialsNone typically required, on-the-job training commonMay require experience or certification in cleaning or hospitality
Work EnvironmentCommercial, residential, or industrial spacesPrivate homes, hotels, or resorts
Job DutiesBasic cleaning tasks like sweeping, mopping, dustingCleaning plus additional tasks like laundry, organizing, guest services
Employer & IndustryCleaning companies, property management, facilitiesHotels, private households, hospitality industry

While both cleaners and housekeepers perform cleaning tasks, housekeepers often have broader responsibilities including laundry and guest services, and may require more experience or certifications. Cleaners typically focus solely on cleaning tasks across various environments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Cleaner jobs in Quebec?

The most popular types of Cleaner jobs in Quebec are:

What are popular job titles related to Cleaner jobs in Quebec?

For Cleaner jobs in Quebec, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Cleaner jobs in Quebec look for?

The top searched job categories for Cleaner jobs in Quebec are:

What cities in Quebec are hiring for Cleaner jobs?

Cities in Quebec with the most Cleaner job openings:

What are popular job titles related to Cleaner jobs in QC?

For Cleaner jobs in QC, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Cleaner job openings in Quebec as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Operator Industrial cleaning 1

Delson, QC • On-site

Republic Services
Transportation and Warehousing • 11 - 50 employees

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Operates equipment such as vacuum trucks, high-pressure water equipment, tanker, roll-off, liquid and turbo vacuums, box trucks, and sewer cleaners to remove industrial waste.

  • Responds to customer spills and emergencies related to waste removal.

  • Performs vehicle inspections, maintains vehicle logs, and conducts general housekeeping and equipment maintenance.


Republic Services rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 584 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:Industrial Cleaning Operators are responsible for removing industrial waste from customer's facilities using equipment such as vacuum trucks and high-pressure water equipment. When Industrial Cleaning Operators are not working on a customer's site or responding to emergency spills, they are working at our facility loading and off-loading trucks and assisting with waste bulking, receiving, and transferring.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Operates light and heavy equipment relating to clean-up, including tanker, roll-off, liquid and turbo vacuums, box trucks, and sewer cleaners.

  • Responds to customer spills and emergencies.

  • Performs pre-trip and post-trip Department of Transportation inspections.

  • Maintains vehicle logs.

  • Performs general housekeeping, including maintenance of equipment and site.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ability to use heavy and light equipment, such as tanker, vacuum truck, forklift and pallet-jack.

  • Skilled using hand and shop tools, and instruments.

  • Demonstrates, accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail.

  • Must be able to prioritize, stay focused and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities

  • A valid driver's license may be required for some positions.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits


Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
Short- and long-term disability.
Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee discount programs.
Retirement plan with a generous company match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

Paid Time Off (PTO)


The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.


Republic Services complies with federal and provincial disability laws and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with a disability who need assistance with the application or interview process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us at 855-444-4079 or Accommodations@RepublicServices.com.


ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services.Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.


In 2025, Republic's total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.


Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.


Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.


Our company values guide our daily actions:

  • Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
  • Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers' expectations.
  • Environmentally Responsible:We take action to improve our environment.
  • Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
  • Human-Centered:We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.

We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.


STRATEGY

Republic Services' strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers' multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.

We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.

With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.


Recycling and Waste

We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers' specific needs.


Environmental Solutions

Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.


Sustainability Innovation

Republic's recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.


The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation's first integrated plastics recycling facility. These innovative sites process rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.


Our customers are increasingly looking for decarbonization solutions, and we are leveraging our network of landfills to meet that need. Republic is committed to harnessing landfill gas, a natural byproduct of decomposing waste, and converting it to energy. Republic has partnered with renewable gas developers to construct Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) plants at our landfills, expanding beyond the 77 projects we currently have to make progress towards our goal to beneficially reuse 50% more biogas by 2030 (2017 baseline year).


RECENT RECOGNITION

  • Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies
  • CDP Discloser
  • Dow Jones Best-In-Class Indices
  • Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies
  • Fortune World's Most Admired Companies
  • Great Place to Work
  • Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global

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