Area Manager

cleanteamclean; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Holidays & vacation

401(k) plan

Career advancement

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Clean Team is seeking a results-driven Area Manager to oversee evening commercial cleaning operations across multiple client locations in Metro Detroit. This leadership role manages frontline teams, drives operational excellence, and ensures consistent, high-quality service delivery.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Area Manager acts as the primary link between leadership and field staff, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and excels at scheduling, people management, and building

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
• Current auto insurance.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Prior management or supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to coach, train, and motivate teams.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple sites and priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership and daily oversight of cleaning staff across multiple commercial facilities.
• Ensure smooth nightly operations and consistent service quality at all assigned locations.
• Train, coach, mentor, and develop employees to maintain performance, accountability, and engagement.
• Set clear expectations and provide ongoing performance feedback to team members.
• Manage staffing needs including scheduling, attendance, shift coverage, and reducing turnover.
• Monitor and control labor costs by balancing budgeted hours versus actual hours worked.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure quality standards and client satisfaction are met.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, safety protocols, and productivity standards.
• Analyze operational and service data to identify trends and implement improvements.
• Foster a positive, people-first culture that promotes morale, retention, and accountability.
• Address employee relations matters, including investigations, counseling, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions, with professionalism and discretion.
• Communicate regularly with upper management regarding staffing needs, operational challenges, and growth opportunities.

Job description

Area Manager - Commercial Cleaning Operations (Evenings)

Location: Metro Detroit, MI
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Evening Hours (typically 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM; occasional weekends as needed)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt | Salaried

Position Overview

Clean Team is seeking a results-driven, hands-on Area Manager to oversee evening commercial cleaning operations across multiple client locations in Metro Detroit. This leadership role is responsible for managing frontline teams, driving operational excellence, and ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Area Manager serves as the primary link between company leadership and field staff. This position is ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, knows how to manage people and schedules effectively, and takes pride in building strong, reliable teams.

Clean Team is a growing facility services company with operations across multiple states. We are committed to delivering exceptional service while creating meaningful career growth opportunities for our leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership and daily oversight of cleaning staff across multiple commercial facilities
• Ensure smooth nightly operations and consistent service quality at all assigned locations
• Train, coach, mentor, and develop employees to maintain performance, accountability, and engagement
• Set clear expectations and provide ongoing performance feedback to team members
• Manage staffing needs including scheduling, attendance, shift coverage, and reducing turnover
• Monitor and control labor costs by balancing budgeted hours versus actual hours worked
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure quality standards and client satisfaction are met
• Enforce company policies, procedures, safety protocols, and productivity standards
• Analyze operational and service data to identify trends and implement improvements
• Foster a positive, people-first culture that promotes morale, retention, and accountability
• Address employee relations matters, including investigations, counseling, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions, with professionalism and discretion
• Communicate regularly with upper management regarding staffing needs, operational challenges, and growth opportunities

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation
• Current auto insurance
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Prior management or supervisory experience
• Proven ability to coach, train, and motivate teams
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple sites and priorities simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial cleaning, janitorial services, facilities management, or service-based operations
• At least one year of experience leading teams in a multi-site or field-based environment

What We Offer

• Competitive salaried compensation based on experience
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• 401(k) retirement plan (eligibility after one year)
• Clear career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Supportive leadership team and a collaborative, people-first company culture

About Clean Team

Clean Team is a leading provider of commercial cleaning and facility services, employing over 1,500 team members across 18 branch locations in six states. We are committed to operational excellence, strong leadership, and creating long‑term career paths for our employees.

At Clean Team, leadership is about more than managing tasks-it's about building teams that take pride in their work and deliver results every day.