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Temporary Cleaner Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

Temporary Receptionist Markham, ON At EXP, we're driven to provide innovative solutions for the ... Maintain the reception area and common areas in a clean, organized, and professional manner ...

Hamilton, ON Caretaker / Building Cleaner Day Shift | Monday-Friday $23.74-$25.81/hr Temporary Contract ABOUT US: STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in ...

Light Duty Cleaner

Sudbury, ON · On-site

CA$17.60/hr

Temporary Part Time Duties and Responsibilities: * Cultivate a culture that promotes inclusion ... Spot clean daily and shampoo when directed rugs in assigned buildings. * Maintain and carry out ...

Temporary Full Time Responsibilities: * Sweep, mop, and wash floors, stairs and other surfaces (inside buildings). * Stripping and waxing, steam cleaning carpets and cleaning windows - on request ...

Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized; * Ensuring Loss prevention best ... Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly ...

Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized; * Ensuring Loss prevention best ... Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly ...

Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized; * Ensuring Loss prevention best ... Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly ...

Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized; * Ensuring Loss prevention best ... Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly ...

Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized; * Ensuring Loss prevention best ... Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly ...

Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized; * Ensuring Loss prevention best ... Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly ...

Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized; * Ensuring Loss prevention best ... Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly ...

Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized; * Ensuring Loss prevention best ... Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly ...

Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized; * Ensuring Loss prevention best ... Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly ...

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How much do temporary cleaner jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary cleaner in Ontario is $15.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $16.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a temporary cleaner do?

A Temporary Cleaner is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in assigned areas for a limited period, often to cover staff shortages or during busy seasons. Their duties typically include sweeping, mopping, dusting, emptying trash bins, and sanitizing surfaces. Temporary Cleaners may work in offices, schools, hospitals, or public spaces, and are expected to follow specific cleaning protocols and safety guidelines. The temporary nature of the role means assignments can vary in length and location, depending on the employer's needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary cleaner?

To thrive as a Temporary Cleaner, you need basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, chemical safety protocols, and sometimes OSHA certification are typically required. Strong time management, reliability, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are important soft skills. These skills ensure efficient, safe, and thorough cleaning, meeting employer standards and maintaining a healthy environment.

What are the typical expectations for shift flexibility and workload for a temporary cleaner?

Temporary Cleaner roles often require a high degree of flexibility, as shifts may vary based on business needs, covering mornings, evenings, or weekends. Workloads can fluctuate, especially when covering absences or during peak periods, so adaptability and reliability are highly valued. Temporary Cleaners are usually assigned to teams, but may also work independently, depending on the size and type of facility. Clear communication with supervisors and the ability to quickly adapt to new routines or locations are important for success in this role.

What is the difference between Temporary Cleaner vs Janitor?

AspectTemporary CleanerJanitor
CredentialsNo specific certifications required, but cleaning experience helpfulTypically similar; may require basic cleaning knowledge
Work EnvironmentVaries by assignment, often short-term, different locationsUsually fixed location, such as schools, offices, or facilities
Employer & Industry UsageTemporary staffing agencies, cleaning servicesFacilities management, building maintenance
Search & Comparison IntentYes, often compared for short-term cleaning jobsCommonly searched for ongoing cleaning roles

Temporary Cleaners typically work on short-term assignments at various locations, often through staffing agencies, with minimal required credentials. Janitors usually hold ongoing roles at specific facilities, with more consistent responsibilities. Both roles involve cleaning tasks but differ mainly in duration and work setting.

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

The most popular types of Cleaner jobs in Ontario are:

What cities in Ontario are hiring for Temporary Cleaner jobs?

Cities in Ontario with the most Temporary Cleaner job openings:

Infographic showing various Temporary Cleaner job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,966 per year, or $15.8 per hour.

Temporary Receptionist

exp

Markham, ON • On-site

CA$21/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Temporary Receptionist

Markham, ON

At EXP, we're driven to provide innovative solutions for the world's built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world's most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Temporary Receptionist!

Your work environment at EXP

 
EXP is seeking a professional, organized, and customer-focused Temporary Receptionist for the EXP. Markham office. This role will provide front desk reception services and administrative support while helping maintain the efficient daily operation of the office. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors, clients, vendors, and employees, ensuring a welcoming and professional experience. 

What a day at EXP has in store for you
 

  • Greet and assist visitors, clients, vendors, and employees in a professional and courteous manner. 
  • Answer, screen, and direct incoming telephone calls. 
  • Monitor visitor access procedures and maintain visitor sign-in records. 
  • Coordinate courier deliveries, mail distribution, and shipping activities. 
  • Maintain the reception area and common areas in a clean, organized, and professional manner. 
  • Assist with meeting room bookings and visitor hospitality arrangements. 
  • Support office security and access control protocols. 
  • Provide administrative support to various business units as required. 
  • Assist with office supply ordering and inventory management. 
  • Support Facilities and Corporate Services initiatives and projects as assigned. 
  • Perform general clerical duties, including filing, data entry, scanning, and document management. 

What your experience looks like
 
  • High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education is considered an asset. 
  • Able to work from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
  • Previous experience in a receptionist, front desk, customer service, or administrative support role is preferred. 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. 
  • Professional, approachable, and customer-focused demeanor. 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams. 
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately. 
  • Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently. 

 
Preferred Skills 
 
  • Experience working in a professional office environment. 
  • Experience supporting multiple departments or teams. 
  • Knowledge of office security and visitor management procedures.
What We Offer 
 
  • Opportunity to work with a collaborative and supportive team. 
  • Exposure to a dynamic engineering and consulting environment. 
  • Professional development and networking opportunities. 
     
 

This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization.

The hourly rate for this role is between $21. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: hrsupport@exp.com.


 

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world's built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP's predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We're committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com.