Janitorial Lead
About The Position
The Janitorial Lead is responsible for leading daily janitorial operations while also assisting with basic light maintenance tasks as needed. This position helps ensure that all facilities are clean, safe, organized, and properly maintained for employees, customers, participants, and visitors. The Janitorial Lead provides daily direction to janitorial team members, supports inspections, completes assigned cleaning duties, responds to facility needs, and assists the maintenance team with minor repairs and general upkeep. This role requires strong attention to detail, dependability, good communication, and the ability to lead by example.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of janitorial or custodial experience preferred.
- Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
- Basic light maintenance experience preferred.
- Ability to safely use janitorial equipment, hand tools, and basic maintenance tools.
- Ability to read and follow cleaning schedules, safety instructions, and work orders.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Must be dependable, organized, and able to work independently.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and adjust to changing facility needs.
- Strong understanding of cleaning standards and workplace safety.
- Ability to lead a team while still performing hands-on work.
- Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to identify facility issues before they become larger problems.
- Professional attitude when working around staff, customers, participants, and visitors.
- Willingness to assist outside normal janitorial duties when needed.
- Takes pride in keeping facilities clean, safe, and operational.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting multiple retail, office, warehouse, or campus areas.
- Experience training or directing janitorial team members.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support janitorial staff with daily cleaning assignments.
- Ensure restrooms, offices, breakrooms, sales floors, common areas, and exterior areas are clean and presentable.
- Monitor cleaning quality and follow up on areas needing improvement.
- Assist with training janitorial team members on proper cleaning procedures, safety practices, and use of equipment.
- Report attendance, performance concerns, supply needs, and facility issues to management.
- Help create and maintain a clean, safe, and professional environment.
- Ensure cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment are used properly and stored safely.
- Support special cleaning projects, event setup, and emergency cleanups as needed.
- Perform routine inspections of assigned areas and correct issues when possible.
- Assist with minor repairs such as replacing light bulbs, tightening hardware, repairing loose fixtures, and basic wall patching.
- Help move furniture, equipment, donation bins, carts, tables, and supplies as needed.
- Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks as assigned.
- Report larger maintenance concerns such as leaks, electrical issues, HVAC concerns, plumbing problems, or safety hazards.
- Assist maintenance technicians with simple tasks when directed.
- Help maintain exterior areas, including trash pickup, sweeping, pressure washing support, and basic grounds cleanup.
- Respond to work orders or facility requests in a timely and professional manner.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
