Custodial Team Lead

Nawa is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Lead Float with leadership experience to join our custodial team in Grand Rapids. This hands-on role involves managing a team across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist custodial staff at all sites
• Cover shifts and assist with routine cleaning as needed
• Deliver and pick up supplies and equipment
• Ensure quality standards are met at all job sites
• Monitor and support clock-in/out compliance
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal teams
• Provide training and enforce company policies and safety practices
• Travel between assigned customer locations throughout the greater Grand Rapids area, including sites up to one hour away, as needed
• Communicate regularly with regional manager regarding team progress and client satisfaction
• Flexible schedule based on client needs (including weekends if required)

Requirements

• Must be 18+ with valid ID
• Strong attendance and leadership skills
• Ability to pass background check with no past or pending felonies or misdemeanors, and drug screen (including for THC)
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle to drive during shift
• Comfortable with technology and able to use standard office equipment and programs
• At least 1 year of custodial experience required
• 1 year previous leadership or supervisory experience required
• Ability to lift 40+ lbs and stand/walk for long periods
• Strong attention to detail and team management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Pay

$19.50 per hour

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Monday–Friday: mainly second shift hours, but must be flexible to work occasional day shifts and weekends

Benefits

• PTO and holiday pay
• Opportunities for advancement/promotion
• Merit-based pay increases
• $300 referral bonuses for qualified candidates
• Gas card for travel between sites
• Phone stipend
• Paid training
• Medical benefits: full-time employees are eligible for health insurance on the first of the month after 60 days worked, when working an average of 30+ hours per week

About Nawa Professional Services

At Nawa, clean is more than a service—it's a standard. Our name comes from Nawajewen, the Pottawatomi word for “ripples in the river,” reflecting our belief that taking pride in our work creates positive impact for our clients, communities, and team.