Regional Field Operations Manager – Janitorial Services

Mai Placement

Regional Field Operations Manager – Janitorial Services

Lakewood, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Regional Field Operations Manager – Janitorial Services
    Tri-State Area (95% Travel) – Full Time
    150 - 200k

     

    Company Overview

    We are a fast-growing janitorial services company with a strong reputation for operational excellence and long-term client relationships. Our mission is to deliver reliable, high-quality cleaning solutions across a wide range of commercial properties. As we expand, we’re seeking a hands-on, field-driven leader to oversee operations and client satisfaction across the tri-state region.

    Position Overview

    We’re hiring a Field Director to lead day-to-day field operations for our janitorial division. This is a high-travel, people-facing role responsible for managing client accounts, leading field teams, and driving operational execution across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, exceptional communication, and a deep understanding of janitorial services. This role reports directly to the COO.

    The Ideal Candidate

    • Brings 3–5+ years of team leadership and operations management
    • Has experience managing large-scale janitorial or service-based field teams
    • Thrives in a client-facing, high-accountability environment
    • Strong attention to detail and follow-through
    • Familiar with union labor dynamics (32BJ a plus)
    • Conversational in Yiddish or Spanish preferred

    Key Responsibilities

    Team Leadership
    Manage and coach field managers and supervisors

    • Oversee recruiting, onboarding, and performance for field staff
    • Lead weekly field operations meetings
    • Drive team accountability and continuous improvement

    Account Management

    • Serve as primary point of contact for key clients
    • Manage new job walk-throughs, setups, and job scope planning
    • Oversee job budgets and timelines
    • Build and grow relationships to drive retention and upsell services

    Operations Oversight

    • Monitor field team performance and resolve issues proactively
    • Review weekly payroll for compliance and accuracy
    • Generate and support marketing and growth campaigns
    • Communicate field updates to senior leadership

    Qualifications

    • 3–5 years in operations, field management, or service industry leadership
    • Proven ability to lead and grow high-performing teams
    • Strong communication and customer service mindset
    • Tech-savvy: time tracking, CRM/PO systems, and Microsoft Office
    • Knowledge of janitorial procedures and job costing best practices

    Must-Haves

    • 95% travel across the Tri-State region
    • Hands-on leadership style
    • Ability to manage multiple job sites, teams, and client accounts
    • Detail-oriented and deadline-driven
    • Strong follow-up and client service instincts

    Benefits

    • Competitive compensation package ($150K–$200K)
    • Travel expense reimbursement
    • Leadership role with strong growth potential
    • Collaborative and mission-driven leadership team

    If you're a people-first leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-accountability environments — and you’re ready to scale teams and client relationships with excellence — we want to hear from you.

     

    Email Resume: Joel@maiplacement.com

  • Compensation
    $150,000-$200,000 per year