Cleaning Subcontractor

1 week ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Fortress Cleaning Services Inc. Full time

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



RequirementsWho 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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