Operations Manager (Exterior Cleaning)

Rolling Suds, Inc.; Wheaton (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Job summary

A growing exterior cleaning company in the DuPage County area is seeking a Player-Coach Operations Manager. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll start as Lead Technician to master processes before transitioning to full Operations Manager, ensuring quality and team development. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of leadership experience in related fields, strong mechanical skills, and a clean driving record. This position offers competitive compensation of $50,000–$60,000 plus performance incentives. Join us and be part of something exciting as we scale our operations in 2026.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience managing technicians or crews in related fields.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair small engines and high-pressure equipment.
• Comfortable lifting 50+ lbs and working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead Technician on exterior cleaning projects ensuring quality and safety.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and motivate technicians to elevate performance.
• Manage equipment and fleet maintenance for smooth operations.
• Coordinate warehouse stock and schedules for crews efficiently.
• Direct and quality-audit field crews remotely and on-site.

Skills

Leadership experience

Mechanical aptitude

Physical capability

Team training

Clean driving record

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development

Job Title & Location

Job Title: Operations Manager – Exterior Cleaning (Player-Coach Leadership Role)

Location: DuPage County, IL area (Field-based with warehouse oversight)

Compensation: $50,000 – $60,000 base salary + generous performance incentives (tied to sales growth and field efficiency)

About the Opportunity

Are you a hands‑on leader who thrives in fast‑paced field operations and wants to build something big? Join a rapidly expanding exterior cleaning company specializing in high‑quality commercial (75%) and residential (25%) services across the DuPage County area.

We're seeking a Player‑Coach Operations Manager to lead from the front: You'll start as our Lead Technician to master our proven processes and standards, then quickly transition into full Operations Manager as we scale our truck fleet throughout 2026. This is a true leadership track role with a direct path to Director‑level responsibilities in a company poised for serious growth. If you love solving problems, developing teams, and delivering spotless results for clients, this is your chance to shape your and our future.

What You'll Do

• Lead in the Field: Serve as Lead Technician on high‑pressure washing, soft washing, hot water cleaning, and specialty exterior projects—ensuring top‑tier quality and safety every time.
• Build & Develop the Team: Recruit, onboard, train, and motivate technicians as we expand; provide daily coaching to elevate performance and safety standards.
• Manage Equipment & Fleet: Troubleshoot and maintain high‑pressure pumps, small engines, and other gear; oversee routine maintenance for our Isuzu box trucks and pickup fleet to keep everything running smoothly.
• Handle Logistics & Inventory: Manage warehouse stock, order supplies efficiently, and coordinate schedules for evening/early‑morning commercial crews.
• Provide Off‑Site Oversight: Direct, schedule, and quality‑audit field crews remotely and on‑site to maintain consistency and exceed client expectations.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of leadership experience managing technicians or crews in home services, commercial property maintenance, pressure washing, exterior cleaning, or a related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude: Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair small engines, high‑pressure equipment, and related systems.
• Physical capability: Comfortable lifting 50+ lbs, handling heavy hoses, working at heights (ladder/boom lift experience a plus), and being active outdoors in various weather.
• Leadership mindset: Track record of training others, managing processes, and driving team accountability.
• Clean driving record and willingness to operate company commercial vehicles.
• Bonus points: Experience scaling operations, familiarity with commercial fleet maintenance, or background in service‑based industries.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Total Compensation: $50,000–$60,000 base + substantial performance bonuses based on company sales growth and your team's field efficiency—your impact directly boosts your earnings.
• Clear Growth Path: Start hands‑on, move to full Operations Manager quickly, and advance toward Director‑level leadership as we expand in 2026 and beyond.
• Be Part of Something Exciting: Work for a dynamic, growing company where your ideas matter, your leadership drives results, and you help build a high‑performing team from the ground up.
• Supportive Environment: Tools, training, and resources provided; opportunity to make a real difference in operations and client satisfaction.

Ready to lead, get your hands dirty, and grow with a company on the rise? Apply today—we're excited to meet leaders who want to build with us!