Facilities Services Lead

Cushman & Wakefield•Akron, OH

1d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Janitorial and Light Maintenance Lead is responsible for overseeing daily cleaning, facility support, and light maintenance activities within an industrial or commercial environment. This role supports safe, clean, and efficient operations by supervising frontline staff, coordinating work assignments, monitoring service quality, maintaining supplies and equipment, responding to client and site needs, and ensuring compliance with company, client, safety, and facility standards.

Requirements

Related janitorial leadership, facilities services, light maintenance, industrial cleaning, or building operations experience required.
Minimum of two years of related experience preferred, including supervisory or lead experience in an industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or commercial facility.
Experience with floor care equipment, cleaning chemicals, PPE, basic tools, safety procedures, work order systems, and client-facing facility support preferred.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 2 years related experience, preferably at the supervisory level
Microsoft Office and work order system proficiency

Responsibilities

Supervise, schedule and assign the cleaning staff in the daily interior cleaning of the building, which includes emptying waste receptacles, debris and trash removal, vacuuming/shampooing floors and carpets, dusting and cleaning furniture, cleaning and restocking restrooms, washing walls, polishing, mopping floors, cleaning up spills, placing down mats/runners in inclement weather, cleaning windows and window coverings, etc., in accordance with established procedures
Assign tasks and inspect building areas to see that work has been done properly, issue supplies and equipment, and conduct inventory of materials to ensure that an adequate amount of supplies are always present
May conduct or assist with the screening and hiring of job applicants, training new and experienced employees, conducting performance reviews, and making recommendations to management on promotions, transfers, or dismissals
May be required to prepare and present reports concerning the occupancy of rooms, hours worked, staff assignments, tasks/duties performed and department expenses
May be required to supervise and assist with the performance and scheduling of exterior building and premises cleaning, snow removal, and basic maintenance, including exterior walls and windows, parking lots and structures, walk ways/paths, gardens and lawns, pools/spas, curbs/gutters, exterior hallways and stairwells, etc.
May be required to assign staff to assist with minor maintenance and repair work, including painting, replacement of lights bulbs and fixtures (interior and exterior), replacement of windows, moving furniture and equipment, repairing doors and gates, minor landscaping and related upkeep and repairs, and simple plumbing and fixture repairs/replacements
May supervise or perform other assigned duties (depending on the building, facility, and client needs), including gardening and lawn care, cleaning/ maintaining outdoor furnishings, assisting with inventory control and supply ordering, snow removal, and assisting with tenant moves
Promptly respond to and notify management of spills and emergency situations, need for major and minor building/facility repairs, lights that are out or broken, broken equipment and fixtures, damaged structures, ruptured pipes/plumbing, problems with heating/cooling and ventilation, and any other observable safety issues/concerns
Ensure the proper and safely operation (including training) of cleaning equipment, snow removal equipment, tools, devices, chemical/cleaning agents including mops, vacuums, electric polishing machines, power tools and equipment, and special cleaning solutions in order to efficiently perform the duties and to avoid harming floors, fixtures, individuals, building staff, and the environment
Organize and maintain all Safety Data Sheets (SDS’s) for cleaning products, solvents and materials as required. Ensure staff has been trained appropriately and understands the Hazard Communication Program and utilizes the appropriate Safety Gear. (Eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, aprons, etc.) Dispose of cleaning agents and chemicals in an environmentally friendly way, in accordance with the SDS and governing bodies