Sanitation Team Lead (63560)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead nightly sanitation crews.
• Serve as the on-site liaison between janitorial staff and next level managers.
• Communicate daily with supervisor at the end of shift and provide full operational update.
• Monitor team attendance and timekeeping; flag and escalate concerns to HR and immediate supervisor.
• Identify and escalate operational or client concerns to the assigned Site Operation Manager or Quality Manager.

Training & Employee Development

• Train and coach team members on proper cleaning techniques and equipment use.
• Reinforce compliance with company standards, procedures, and safety expectations.
• Support team performance through guidance, accountability, and daily direction.

Cleaning Operations & Quality Assurance

• Conduct and ensure high-quality cleaning in compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Walk through with the store manager each morning.
• Checklist with the Night Manager and complete all checklists.
• Submit detailed daily reports on team performance, incidents, and site conditions.

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and enforce safety procedures.
• Ensure emergency exit doors and eyewash stations remain clear and accessible.
• Verify proper handling, storage, and securing of equipment and propane tanks.
• Ensure cleaning equipment is drained, cleaned, and charged as necessary.

Equipment & Facility Management

• Ensure all tools and equipment (i.e. brooms, mop buckets, wet floor signs, etc.) are removed from the floor and returned to proper storage areas.
• Ensure propane tanks are returned to the cage and secured.
• Maintain janitorial closets in a clean and organized condition.
• Confirm all operational equipment is properly maintained and ready for the next shift.

Reporting & Communication

• Submit detailed daily operational and incident reports.
• Provide end-of-shift updates to supervisors and management.
• Document completed checklists and operational walkthroughs with store leadership.

Qualifications

• HS degree or equivalent required.
• A minimum of 1-2 years of previous lead experience in janitorial or custodial services.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead by example and work alongside team members.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
• Must be able to work night shifts and travel to assigned store locations.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.