Custodial Team Lead — Operations & Safety

Bluechip Pros; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluechip Pros in Chicago seeks a Cleaning Supervisor to lead daily work of housekeeping staff, ensuring clean, orderly, and attractive conditions across assigned buildings. You will plan schedules, train new employees, enforce safety rules, monitor performance, and coordinate with management to meet client expectations.

Leadersh​ip includes maintaining QA standards, using the company’s training and safety information, and driving continuous improvement in service quality and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising janitorial staff.
• Knowledge of safe work practices in cleaning.
• Familiarity with cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to identify hazardous chemicals and follow MSDS guidance.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with clients and staff.
• Decision making and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review daily cleaning staff work.
• Establish schedules and resource needs for cleaning services.
• Maintain a motivational and supportive environment for staff.
• Implement and support customer service goals.
• Ensure proper use of cleaning products and equipment.
• Coordinate with management on tasks and feedback.
• Ensure safety and compliance through ongoing training.
• Perform non-routine tasks as needed.

Skills

Staff supervision

Equipment operation

Repairs

Hazardous chemicals identification

Clear communication

Relationship management

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Commercial cleaning equipment

Job description

Bluechip Pros in Chicago seeks a Cleaning Supervisor to lead daily work of housekeeping staff, ensuring clean, orderly, and attractive conditions across assigned buildings. You will plan schedules, train new employees, enforce safety rules, monitor performance, and coordinate with management to meet client expectations.

Leadersh​ip includes maintaining QA standards, using the company’s training and safety information, and driving continuous improvement in service quality and client satisfaction.