Cleaning Subcontractor
Job Description
Commercial Cleaning Subcontractor – Owner Operators (2-Person Teams Preferred)
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Rate: $20.00–$25.00/hour (Contract)
Company: Fortress Cleaning Services Inc.
About Fortress Cleaning Services
Fortress Cleaning Services is growing across Eastern Ontario. We partner with reliable, professional owner-operator cleaning teams to deliver consistently high-quality service to our clients. Our company values—Reliability. Transparency. Quality.—guide how we operate, how we treat our subcontractors, and the standards we bring to every facility.
We work hard to match our contracted teams with sites close to home and to create long-term, mutually beneficial subcontractor relationships.
Job Description Summary
We are currently seeking experienced commercial cleaning subcontractors, ideally teams of two or more, for a single Sunday evening location in Ottawa.
This contract is suitable for established cleaning businesses or owner-operators already working in the field who wish to add a consistent weekly account.
Shifts Available for Part-Time Positions:
Shift Details
Monday evenings only
Approx. 3 hours per shift
Ideal add-on for teams with regular daytime work or other evening contracts
Preferred Background
Experience in the following is considered beneficial:
Restaurant / front-of-house cleaning
Commercial janitorial work
Light floor care equipment operation
Subcontractor Requirements
To be eligible, subcontractors must have:
Valid commercial liability insurance
Registered business number (sole proprietorship or corporation)
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to supply basic cleaning equipment
Existing regular work (this contract cannot be your only income source)
A mobile phone capable of using basic cleaning/inspection apps
Willingness to sign a Subcontractor Agreement and Non-Solicitation Agreement
Job Description
Scope of Work – Typical Duties
Sweep, mop, scrub, and maintain hard floor surfaces
Moving of tables and chairs to specific setup required
Vacuum entrance mats and runner carpets (especially during winter months)
Clean and disinfect restrooms; restock paper and soap supplies
Wipe windowsills, interior glass, and entrance door glass
Spot-clean walls, doors, and partition glass as required
Clean baseboards as assigned
Move small tables and clean underneath when necessary
Empty and re-line waste and recycling bins
Collect garbage and transport to designated disposal point
Report maintenance or cleanliness issues (e.g., clogged fixtures)
Other related cleaning tasks as required
Requirements
Who We're Looking For
Subcontractors who demonstrate:
Strong communication skills in English
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship
Ability to follow instructions and work independently
High energy, consistency, and reliability
Professionalism and commitment to client satisfaction
Equity Statement
Fortress Cleaning Services promotes equal opportunity for all applicants, including:
Indigenous peoples, newcomers to Canada, visible minorities, veterans, seniors, youth, and persons with disabilities.
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