Janitorial Area Manager

Overview

We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Janitorial Area Manager to lead and oversee cleaning operations across multiple facilities within a designated region. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate janitorial teams, ensure high standards of cleanliness, and maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all occupants. Your leadership will drive efficiency, uphold quality standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This position offers an exciting opportunity to manage diverse cleaning projects, from commercial spaces to industrial sites, while empowering your team to deliver exceptional service every day.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise janitorial staff across multiple locations, providing clear direction, training, scheduling and coverage, and ongoing support to ensure consistent service quality.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and procedures tailored to each facility's needs, including floor care, buffing, custodial tasks, and specialized industrial or commercial cleaning.
• Conduct regular inspections of sites to verify cleanliness standards are met, identify areas for improvement, and address any issues promptly.
• Coordinate with facility managers and clients to understand specific requirements and customize cleaning plans accordingly.
• Oversee the proper use and maintenance of cleaning equipment and supplies, ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times.
• Manage inventory levels of cleaning materials and tools, optimizing resources for cost-effective operations.
• Promote a safe work environment by enforcing health and safety regulations related to custodial work, including proper handling of chemicals and equipment.
• Monitor team performance through evaluations and feedback sessions; motivate staff to achieve excellence in their roles.
• Maintain detailed records of operational activities, inspections, incident reports, and supply usage for accountability and continuous improvement purposes.

Experience

• Proven janitorial or custodial experience with a strong background in commercial or industrial cleaning environments, five year minimum eperience requiered.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing teams within facilities maintenance or porter roles.
• Knowledge of floor care techniques and other specialized techniquessuch as buffing, stripping, sealing, and polishing surfaces, carpet and upholstery care and window cleaning.
• Familiarity with various cleaning methods including industrial cleaning procedures suited for large-scale or specialized environments.
• Experience in facilities maintenance tasks beyond cleaning—such as minor repairs or painting—is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to develop schedules, manage inventories, and oversee multiple sites simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with clients, team members, and vendors

Qulifications

• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record to drive a company provided vehicle
• Proficient in basic computer skills in orer to complete inspections, schedules, reports, etc.
• Flexibility in scheduling is requiered tin order to be compliant with special projects, training and coverage.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Clean backgrounds will be requiered for access to many job sites, are you willing to provide information for a background check?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $50,000