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Lead Exterior Cleaning Technician
Rolling Suds of Naperville–Elmhurst
Location: DuPage County / West Chicagoland Suburbs
Job Type: Full-Time / Seasonal to Full-Time Growth Opportunity
Pay: $23–$25/hour to start, based on experience
Schedule: Primarily Monday–Friday, with optional weekends, early mornings, and occasional evening/off-hours shifts
Location: DuPage County / West Chicagoland Suburbs
Job Type: Full-Time / Seasonal to Full-Time Growth Opportunity
Pay: $23–$25/hour to start, based on experience
Schedule: Primarily Monday–Friday, with optional weekends, early mornings, and occasional evening/off-hours shifts
Build a Career, Not Just a Job
Rolling Suds of Naperville–Elmhurst is hiring a Lead Exterior Cleaning Technician to help us deliver high-quality service across residential and commercial properties throughout DuPage County and surrounding areas.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes pride in their work, shows up on time, works safely, and can help lead jobs the right way. You’ll be working on projects such as:
- Power washing / pressure washing
- Soft washing
- Exterior window cleaning
- Building washing
- Sidewalks, drive-thrus, and entryways
- Storefronts and commercial properties
- Residential homes, patios, driveways, siding, and more
This role is ideal for someone who wants to grow into a larger leadership or operations role as the business expands.
What You’ll Do
As a Lead Technician, you’ll help run jobs efficiently, safely, and professionally while delivering a great customer experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead and complete exterior cleaning jobs at residential and commercial properties
- Safely operate pressure washing, soft washing, and exterior cleaning equipment
- Perform exterior window cleaning and related detailing work
- Set up and break down hoses, ladders, tools, tanks, pumps, and jobsite equipment
- Ensure work is completed to company quality standards and job checklists
- Communicate professionally with customers, property managers, and team members
- Train and support Assistant Technicians on proper procedures and safety
- Drive company vehicles and maintain clean, organized trucks and equipment
- Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and chemical handling guidelines
- Identify and report property conditions, jobsite concerns, or service opportunities
- Assist with equipment care, maintenance, and end-of-day prep
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Reliable and punctual
- Comfortable working outdoors and staying active
- Mechanically inclined and able to solve problems in the field
- Professional with customers and teammates
- Safety-conscious and detail-oriented
- Able to lead by example and take ownership of the job
Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license required
- Clean driving record / acceptable MVR required
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Ability to climb ladders and work at heights confidently and safely
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Able to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform physical labor throughout the day
- Experience in pressure washing, window cleaning, exterior cleaning, or related field work is preferred, but not required
- Prior experience in home services, commercial cleaning, maintenance, landscaping, painting, roofing, moving, or general labor is a plus
Why Join Rolling Suds
We’re building a strong local team and want people who want to grow with us.
What We Offer
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within
- Career path into senior technician, crew lead, or operations roles
- Company tools, equipment, and vehicles provided
- Supportive team environment
- Variety of residential and commercial work
- Stable opportunity with room to grow as the season ramps up
- Safety-focused workplace
Who Will Do Well Here
You’ll likely succeed in this role if you:
- Like working with your hands
- Prefer being active instead of sitting behind a desk
- Take pride in making properties look dramatically better
- Enjoy seeing a job through from start to finish
- Want to be part of a growing local business
Apply
To apply, send your resume to patrick.frank@rollingsuds.com
You can also learn more at www.rollingsuds.com/naperville-elmhurst
You can also learn more at www.rollingsuds.com/naperville-elmhurst
Rolling Suds is an equal opportunity employer.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Rolling Suds Corporate.
Salary : $23 - $25