Janitorial Special Projects Division Manager Populist Cleaning Co Ypsilanti , MI US Posted 2 weeks ago Our Janitorial Special Projects (SP) Division is responsible for performing all ancillary cleaning projects to Populist customers (internal and external), providing services that include but are not limited to carpet cleaning, hard floor maintenance, upholstery cleaning, window cleaning, and construction cleaning.
Our ideal Janitorial Special Projects Division Manager is :
- Humble, Hungry, Smart (Balanced, and Tech-savvy)
- Collaborative : Youre a unifier whos not afraid to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty to drive team camaraderie and get the job done
- Diplomatic : You recognize when to get involved and when to delegate. You know your audience and are willing to be the bad guy if needed, objectively seeing the right path forward through the noise
- Accountable : You are willing to make tough decisions and hold others accountable according to our standards and expectations.
You possess the capacity to create the structures needed to bring calmness to the storm
- Self-reliant : You demonstrate a high level of individual responsibility and self-reliance. You take ownership of your choices and actions and are willing to carry your weight and follow through on promises
- Innovative : Youre a strong change manager and creative problem solver. Youre good at embracing new ways and ideas and building teams around you.
You see the big picture all the moving pieces and how they fit together and seek to lead the Division where it needs to go
A Mentor . You meet people where they are and encourage them to be active participants in their own growth and development.
You are skilled at considering personalities and circumstances in all situations while keeping emotions aside
Our culture values people who are smarter than we are and align themselves with our company values. We love a balanced sense of humor and look for partners who recognize the value of a growth mindset.
Were growing the business to grow others and have a sincere appreciation for free-market capitalism. We are not above doing the nitty-gritty and are looking for a leader who feels the same and who takes time to get to know their teams.
Benefits : Company Health, Dental, Vision (employee contribution rules apply), company 401k (employee contribution and company match rules apply), paid time off, company laptop and cell phone, company vehicle, and company paid gas and maintenance will be provided.
Populist Cleaning Co Responsibilities
- Represent the Populist Brand to prospects, customers, and staff as a Manager of the SP Division
- SP Manager reports directly to the Director of Operations
- Start position by working with current SP staff to understand the lay of the land, job sites, equipment, providing necessary staffing assistance while building up the team (recruiting and hiring additional staff)
- Expand the SP division by selling jobs to meet or exceed the revenue goals set forth in the company VTO and recruiting staff to build a team of techs to support growth
- Recruit, Interview, Hire, Onboard new staff, with the goal of backing out of hands-on work to build the division.
- Train and Support new staff
Perform or oversee quality control related to :
- Work performed by SP teams
- Customer complaints or concerns
- Performing on-site inspections where necessary
- Lead, Manage, and Hold Accountable all direct reports, according to Populist processes and procedures
- Perform scheduling and invoicing
- Keep accurate notes on work performed
- Work across company lines with other managers for necessary logistics
- Oversee performance reviews and pay increases for all subordinate staff, working in conjunction with HR where appropriate.
- Oversee Fleet of SP vehicles
Qualifications
- Takes initiative and has the ability to take charge without being abrasive
- Must possess excellent listening skills
- Must pay attention to details
- Must follow through on commitments without exception
- Must possess a high level of intelligence (emotional, critical, analytical)
- Must be proactive (forcing resolution, being the driver when necessary)
- Must possess a high level of organizational planning skills
- Must have the ability to identify and hire A players
- Must possess the ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members
- Must be calm under pressure
- Must be a confident negotiator
- Must be comfortable with conflict, identifying, calling out, and finding a resolution to issues
Compensation $45,000 - $65,000 DOE About Populist Cleaning Co Populist Cleaning Co. is an independently owned, full-service commercial cleaning company that has been in business for over 40 years.
We are looking for exceptional people who share our love for the customers we serve and the work we do!
When you work for Populist, you will enjoy flexible hours, a friendly atmosphere, and competitive pay. You will also be a part of a team that is committed to supporting your career goals.
All training is provided.
Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, height, weight, gender expression, or other legally protected classification.*
Janitorial Special Projects Division Manager