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Janitorial Operations Manager -37612

Harvard Maintenance, Inc, Newark, NJ, United States


Job Title: Janitorial Operations Manager
Requisition ID: 2026-37612

Location: US-NJ-Newark

Schedule: Mon-Fri 2PM-11PM - FLEXIBLE

Hire Type: Full-Time

A day in the life
The Janitorial Operations Manager will oversee the daily cleaning operations of the existing business, both operationally and financially, while maintaining customer relationships and developing new business where possible. This person will manage staff, ensure quality standards and safety compliance, and optimize operational efficiency to maintain a seamless workflow and deliver high-quality janitorial services.

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the cleaning service

Coordinate with supervisors and team leaders to ensure compliance with cleaning standards, safety regulations, and quality control.

Manage inventory and supplies to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.

Direct staff activities.

Responsible for P&L activities.

Manage operational policies, objectives and initiatives to ensure cost-effectiveness.

Establish operating policies to mitigate risk.

Provide leadership to develop new customers and maintain existing customer base.

Manage emergency response for all problems.

Create estimates and workload for bids and new job sites.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or comparable management experience

Minimum of ten (3) years industry experience

Ability to demonstrate expertise in the fields concepts, practices and procedures

Working knowledge of MS Office Suite

Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others

Planning: Ability to perform short and long range planning

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent project and program management skills

Hold professional conversations with clients, subordinates, and colleagues

Operate all basic office technology

Ability to conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups at all professional levels

Work in close proximity to others

Work outdoors in all changing weather condition in geographical area

Standing and/or walking, sitting, stooping, or kneeling

Benefits and Compensation
Salary: $70,000 - $75,000

Competitive salary structure including benefit package with medical, dental, life, and long-term disability (LTD) insurance along with 401K Savings Plan.

Schedule: Mon-Fri 2PM-11PM - FLEXIBLE

An Equal Opportunity Employer -- M/F/D/V

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