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Janitorial Special Projects Manager

Populist Cleaning Company
Ypsilanti, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/21/2026

Overview

NOW HIRING!

We’re seeking outstanding individuals who share our love for the customers we serve and the work we do.  

Providing Commercial Cleaning Services since 1980 

Life is short—work somewhere awesome! 

Job Skills / Requirements

Job Summary: Provide management and performance of all Special Projects Day-to-day operational functions.

 

Summary of essential job functions and day-to-day duties:

 GENERAL:

  • Lead, Manage, and Hold Accountable all direct reports in accordance with Populist processes and procedures.
  • Expand the SP division by selling jobs to meet or exceed the revenue goals set forth in the company VTO and recruiting staff to build a team of techs to support growth.
  • Oversee profit margins
  • Recruit, Interview, Hire, and onboard new staff.
  • Train and Support staff.
  • Perform scheduling and invoicing duties for each job.
  • Produce quotes and collect and maintain job data as assigned.
  • Perform JSP cleaning when the schedule requires, as needed.
  • Perform or oversee quality control related to:
    • Delivery of JSP work by the team.
    • Customer complaints or concerns.
    • Inspections of work.
  • Pursue professional development: new processes, certifications, books, etc.
  • Keep accurate notes on work performed in ticket and Action items in EHUB.
  • Work across company lines with other managers for necessary logistics.
  • Purchase, store, and maintain all equipment, chemicals, and supplies.
  • Maintain the Staging and storage area for JSP, keeping the area neat, clean, and organized.
  • Oversee care of JSP Vehicle Fleet through company fleet software and other processes in place.

ADMINISTRATION:

  • Report critical metrics to the Scorecard and maintain requirements in 90 (EOS).
  • Manage job schedules, work orders, and billing with appropriate attention to detail.  This includes managing time-off requests, call-offs, job data, and correcting punches and personal punches, etc.
  • Comply with federal and state laws, company policies, procedures, regulations, and the utilization of all appropriate reporting forms.
  • Keep copious notes and detailed documentation regarding any incidents that follow from incidents, injuries, disciplinary functions, and termination.
  • Maintain accurate documentation on events that may lead to work comp claims or unemployment claims.

Education, Certifications and/or Experience

Must Have:

  • 5 years of previous experience in Customer Service
  • 5 years of industry experience
  • 5 years of experience in managing employees
  • Valid Driver’s License with an insurable driving record
  • IICRC certification or equivalent (will assist and allow time to acquire)

How We Will Measure Success:

  • Customer satisfaction levels
    • Based on customer site visits/inspections
    • Surveys and follow-up communications with customers
  • Customer retention
  • Quality assurance
    • Based on manager inspections and customer feedback
  • Periodic performance reviews
    • Consistent completion of all job functions and day-to-day duties.
  • Team retention
  • Core Value alignment
  • Professional Development expected (certifications, books, training, research, etc.)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed

Additional Information / Benefits

Populist Cleaning Co offers competitive pay, flexible start times, DailyPay, and generous benefits & bonuses. 

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan

Salary : $23 - $25

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