Janitorial Day Supervisor

ABM industries; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Industries is seeking a Site Supervisor in Santa Clara, CA to establish strong client relationships, lead cleaning staff, and ensure quality and safety standards are met across multiple client locations.

You will train teams on standard cleaning methods, PPE usage, and security protocols while planning schedules and addressing emergencies. A minimum of 2 years supervising staff and MS Office proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience supervising employees.
• Experience in commercial cleaning industry is a big plus.
• Strong staff development and retention skills, including coaching and mentoring.
• MS Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel) required.
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record required to operate company vehicles.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to give effective presentations.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong client relationships with a positive customer service orientation.
• Serve as main point-of-contact for client liaisons, meeting regularly to confirm quality standards are met and service issues are promptly resolved.
• Provide leadership and support while being available for emergency and off-hour support.
• Promote strong safety culture and work environment. Train staff to utilize PPE and follow safe movement practices.
• Plan and assign work schedules to ensure service delivery expectations are achieved.
• Ensure timely responses to client-reported emergency cleaning situations.
• Train staff on building and property security protocols at each assigned client location.
• Train staff on ABM standard cleaning methods and any non-standard cleaning protocols contracted for specific clients.
• Train staff to ensure cleaning supplies/chemicals are appropriately utilized and properly stored, maintain SDS sheet and OSHA requirements.
• Train staff on safe operation of all cleaning equipment (buffers, scrubbers, etc.).
• Train and manage Site janitorial and Porter staff.
• Continuously monitor employee timekeeping entries, looking for adherence to assigned work schedules and company policy.
• Look for opportunities to increase revenue by providing additional billable project work to new clients and/or existing base of clients.
• Arrange for staff substitutions or personally perform work where employee absences could impact timely completion of contracted work.

Skills

Team management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Pay: $74000.00/annually

The pay listed is the salaried rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant's experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM 2026 Employee Benefits | Staff & Management Team Members

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong client relationships with a positive customer service orientation.
• Serve as main point-of-contact for client liaisons, meeting regularly to confirm quality standards are met and service issues are promptly resolved.
• Provide leadership and support while being available for emergency and off-hour support.
• Promote strong safety culture and work environment. Train staff to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow safe movement practices.
• Plan and assign work schedules to ensure service delivery expectations are achieved.
• Ensure timely responses to client-reported emergency cleaning situations.
• Train staff on building and property security protocols at each assigned client location.
• Train staff on ABM standard cleaning methods and any non-standard cleaning protocols contracted for specific clients.
• Train staff to ensure cleaning supplies/chemicals are appropriately utilized and properly stored, whether in a standard or green-cleaning environment. Maintain SDS sheet and OSHA requirements.
• Train staff on safe operation of all cleaning equipment (buffers, scrubbers, etc.).
• Train and manage Site janitorial and Porter staff.
• Continuously monitor employee timekeeping entries, looking for adherence to assigned work schedules and company policy.
• Look for opportunities to increase revenue by providing additional billable project work to new clients and/or existing base of clients.
• Arrange for staff substitutions or personally perform work where employee absences could impact timely completion of contracted work.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience supervising employees.
• Experience with commercial cleaning industry is a big plus.
• Experience effectively managing teams: solid staff retention, counseling and developing team members, etc.
• MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) proficiency required.
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record is required to operate company vehicles to and from customer work sites.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to give effective presentations to small and large groups.
• Resourceful team player with a positive outlook and approachable demeanor.
• High School Diploma or GED (Required)

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