What are the responsibilities and job description for the Team Leader position at MPW Industrial Services?
Job Description
We're looking for a dependable Team Leader to provide hands-on leadership while working alongside field associates to safely and efficiently complete industrial cleaning and maintenance projects. This role is responsible for guiding daily operations, supporting team development, and ensuring work is completed on schedule while meeting MPW's quality and safety standards.
What You'll Bring
Individuals who value meaningful work and enjoy being part of a supportive, team-oriented environment take initiative, communicate clearly, and continuously look for ways to improve processes and service, while understanding that great results come from collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to doing things the right way.
You’ll Fit Right In If You Are
We're looking for a dependable Team Leader to provide hands-on leadership while working alongside field associates to safely and efficiently complete industrial cleaning and maintenance projects. This role is responsible for guiding daily operations, supporting team development, and ensuring work is completed on schedule while meeting MPW's quality and safety standards.
What You'll Bring
- Lead by example with a strong work ethic and a willingness to perform the same hands-on tasks as your team.
- Communicate clearly and professionally while building positive working relationships with associates, supervisors, and customers.
- Stay organized and make sound decisions to keep projects on schedule and maintain high-quality results.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement while motivating others to perform at their best.
- Lead and coordinate the daily work activities of assigned laborers and associates while performing hands-on field work as needed.
- Assign work priorities and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within established timelines.
- Provide visible leadership by coaching, mentoring, and motivating associates throughout each shift.
- Train new hires and transferred associates while providing ongoing instruction and performance feedback.
- Conduct associate evaluations, counseling, and corrective action in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Ensure all associates understand and follow company policies related to safety, operations, human resources, and other business practices.
- Participate in regular supervisory meetings to communicate project status and coordinate work schedules.
- Monitor work quality and address issues to ensure customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded.
- Identify opportunities to improve productivity while reducing unnecessary material and supply usage.
- Complete project updates, deficiency reports, and other required documentation to communicate job progress and operational concerns.
- Make day-to-day operational decisions within the scope of assigned responsibilities.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support business operations.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred; some high school education accepted.
- Understanding of basic mechanical concepts and their practical application.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively lead and support a team.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to perform physically demanding manual labor throughout the workday while maintaining alertness and fitness for duty.
- Ability to work in and around confined spaces when required.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators, while working around chemicals, fumes, and other industrial environments.
- Ability to travel to job sites for multiple days or weeks as needed and work extended shifts that may exceed a typical 8-hour workday.
- Competitive pay and career growth opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Time off and floating holidays
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to give back to your community
- Employee referral bonus program
- Wellness benefits that support your overall health and well-being
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Stable company with long-term career opportunities
Individuals who value meaningful work and enjoy being part of a supportive, team-oriented environment take initiative, communicate clearly, and continuously look for ways to improve processes and service, while understanding that great results come from collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to doing things the right way.
You’ll Fit Right In If You Are
- Motivated by purpose and service
- Reliable and committed to quality work
- A strong communicator and team player
- Curious and open to learning new things
- Solution-oriented and proactive
- Someone who values respect, teamwork, and professionalism