Assistant Janitorial Project Manager

CW Resources; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CW Resources seeks a janitorial Assistant Project Manager to supervise a custodial team and ensure high-quality cleaning across facilities.

You will train staff, plan daily schedules, monitor attendance, and respond to after-hours emergencies while upholding safety standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of supervisory or Team Lead experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of commercial janitorial or facilities maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety standards, and equipment handling.
• Knowledge of janitorial safety standards and procedures, including OSHA standards and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Valid RealID.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.
• Experience keeping supply inventory, ordering materials, or completing checklists.
• Strong communication skills for guiding and supporting team members.
• Ability to handle customer concerns calmly and professionally.
• Good problem‑solving skills and sound judgment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Willingness to step in and help wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a custodial team while ensuring high‑quality work, a safe environment, and consistent adherence to company standards.
• Train, mentor, and motivate staff on cleaning procedures, safety practices, and proper equipment use.
• Assist with planning and assigning daily work schedules, monitor attendance, and ensure adequate coverage for regular, after‑hours, and weekend shifts.
• Participate in daily custodial operations, including cleaning, inspections, and safety checks, to maintain consistent quality across all areas.
• Maintain and manage custodial supplies and equipment by overseeing stocking, ordering, routine upkeep, and inventory tracking to ensure all materials are available for daily operations.
• Respond to emergency cleaning situations including after‑hours calls, biohazard events, and flood‑related incidents while ensuring a prompt and safe resolution.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, safety regulations, and confidentiality standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Cleaning techniques

Safety standards

Equipment handling

Driver's license

RealID

Govt base access

Supply inventory

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Willingness to help

Job description

• Location: Chicago GSA 536, Chicago, IL 60605.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
• Pay: Negotiable based on experience and knowledge.

CW is seeking a janitorial Assistant Project Manager who thrives in a hands‑on environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards. This role supports daily operations, fosters a positive team culture, and helps ensure our facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming:

• Supervise a custodial team while ensuring high‑quality work, a safe environment, and consistent adherence to company standards.
• Train, mentor, and motivate staff on cleaning procedures, safety practices, and proper equipment use.
• Assist with planning and assigning daily work schedules, monitor attendance, and ensure adequate coverage for regular, after‑hours, and weekend shifts.
• Participate in daily custodial operations, including cleaning, inspections, and safety checks, to maintain consistent quality across all areas.
• Maintain and manage custodial supplies and equipment by overseeing stocking, ordering, routine upkeep, and inventory tracking to ensure all materials are available for daily operations.
• Respond to emergency cleaning situations including after‑hours calls, biohazard events, and flood‑related incidents while ensuring a prompt and safe resolution.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, safety regulations, and confidentiality standards.

What You’ll Need to be Successful:

• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of supervisory or Team Lead experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of commercial janitorial or facilities maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety standards, and equipment handling.
• Knowledge of janitorial safety standards and procedures, including OSHA standards and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Valid RealID.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Bonus If You Have These Skills:

• Experience keeping supply inventory, ordering materials, or completing checklists.
• Strong communication skills for guiding and supporting team members.
• Ability to handle customer concerns calmly and professionally.
• Good problem‑solving skills and sound judgment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Willingness to step in and help wherever needed.

Explore Our Generous Benefits Package.

Employer Sponsored Benefits Includes:

• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Telemedicine.
• Retirement Plan & Match Options.
• Disability Plans.
• Life Insurance.
• Paid Holidays & Vacation.
• Sick & Personal Time.

Voluntary Benefits Offered Includes:

• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness & Voluntary Life.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• You’ll be a part of a mission-driven team that values your hard work and helps you grow.
• Access to an Employee Wellness Coordinator and robust wellness program that support your health and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for advancement—grow your career with us.

Physical & Environmental Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching throughout your shift to clean and maintain different areas.
• Repetitive motions such as mopping, sweeping, wiping, and scrubbing surfaces.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull cleaning equipment and supplies weighing up to 25-30 pounds regularly.
• Navigating stairs, ramps, or uneven flooring safely while carrying tools or supplies.
• Work is primarily indoors in commercial buildings with varying temperature and lighting conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and solvents—training is provided to ensure safe handling, and personal protective equipment (PPE) is always required.
• Possible exposure to dust, dirt, allergens, and other typical indoor environmental factors.
• May encounter biohazardous materials or bodily fluids (especially in healthcare or public restrooms) with proper safety protocols and PPE in place.
• Working in confined or awkward spaces such as under sinks, behind furniture, or inside equipment areas may be required.
• Noise from vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and other cleaning machinery may be present; hearing protection provided when necessary.
• Reasonable accommodations can be provided.

Leading Clean Spaces, Every Shift:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Company Overview:

CW Resources, a part of CW Group, is a national non-profit organization that has been delivering mission-driven, high-quality services for more than 60 years. We are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful workplace where every employee is valued for their unique contributions. We’re proud to offer a wide range of services, from vocational rehabilitation programs to delivering healthy food options through the Meals on Wheels program. Our dedication to empowering individuals and strengthening communities drives everything we do, and we continue to work toward a brighter, more welcoming future for all.

Pay Transparency Disclaimer:

We are committed to pay transparency. Compensation for this role is determined in good faith and based on job‑related factors such as skills, experience, education, and internal equity, in accordance with applicable law. Employees and applicants may request additional compensation information as permitted by law.

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