Lead Janitorial Cleaner - Jefe de Limpieza

Harvard Maintenance; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability (LTD)

401K Savings Plan

Job summary

Harvard Maintenance in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Lead Cleaner to oversee daily cleaning across multiple buildings. You will train staff, coordinate work orders, and ensure safety and quality standards while guiding a cleaning crew.

The role requires prior lead or supervisory experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage cleanup tasks, inventory, and client requests. Willingness to work weekends and overtime is appreciated.

Qualifications

• Lead or supervisory role required.
• At least 1 year of janitorial or related experience.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Experience managing cleaning crews and overseeing workflow.
• Comfortable using a radio and iPhone for work orders.
• Able to follow management directions and work independently.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and possible overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of cleaning tasks: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, spot cleaning floors and surfaces.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms; restock supplies and empty trash.
• Respond promptly to spills, restroom issues, and special cleaning requests.
• Inspect work areas to ensure quality standards are met.
• Restock carts and closets at shift’s end; monitor inventory levels.
• Attend to client’s requests and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Assist with training new team members; provide supervision in the supervisor’s absence.
• Lead or supervise cleaning crews and oversee workflow.

Skills

Lead role

Supervisory

Communication

Team leadership

Crew supervision

Work orders

Independence

Weekend availability

Job description

Are you ready to be part of something Extraordinary? Look no further than Harvard is the largest family-owned provider of premier commercial janitorial and professional security services in the United States. We believe in the power of our people. Here, every team member is valued, empowered, and trained to contribute their best. We foster an inclusive workplace culture where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters.

A day in the life

As a Lead Cleaner, you will ensure top-quality cleanliness across our facilities by performing and overseeing daily cleaning tasks. You’ll coordinate and support your team, promote a positive work environment, and uphold safety and hygiene standards. Additional duties include training staff, resolving cleaning issues promptly, and ensuring all work meets our high standards for a clean and welcoming facility.
This position will float between multiple buildings within the account
Monday-Friday 7am-330pm

• Perform a variety of cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and spot cleaning floors and surfaces
• Clean and sanitize restrooms; restock supplies and empty trash
• Respond promptly to spills, restroom issues, and special cleaning requests
• Inspect work areas to ensure quality standards are met
• Restock carts and closets at shift’s end and monitor inventory levels
• Attend to client’s requests and ensure inventory accuracy
• Assist with training new team members and provide supervision in the supervisor’s absence
• Previous experience in a Lead or supervisory role required
• At least one (1) year of janitorial or related experience
• Strong communication and team leadership skills
• Experience managing cleaning crews and overseeing workflow
• Comfortable using a radio and iPhone for work orders
• Able to follow management directions and work independently
• Flexible availability, including weekends and possible overtime

Join our team of Extraordinary People committed to delivering Exceptional Service. Together, we'll redefine industry standards and create a workplace where your talent thrives. Discover your potential with Harvard Maintenance. Learn more about our company and culture.
www.harvardmaint.com
Harvard is offering a competitive salary structure including benefit package with medical, dental, life, and long-term disability (LTD) insurance along with 401K Savings Plan.
An Equal Opportunity Employer --- M/F/D/V
FT - $22.00/hour