Janitorial Service Manager

As a Janitorial Service Manager, you will lead operations across multiple accounts, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, safety, and client satisfaction. You’ll oversee a diverse team of custodial staff, conduct routine inspections, and serve as the primary point of contact for both employees and clients. Your success will be defined by your ability to know each account inside and out, build strong relationships, and drive operational excellence.

Location: 501 West Lake Park, Houston, TX 77079
Schedule: 2nd Shift | Monday – Friday | 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM

This is a union position.

Key Responsibilities Team & Account Management

• Supervise a team of 45 employees across multiple facilities.
• Conduct routine inspections and ensure all areas meet cleanliness and safety standards.
• Ensure staff are punctual, properly trained, and equipped to perform their duties.
• Maintain awareness of each building’s layout and operational needs.

Client & Employee Engagement

• Serve as the face of ABM for clients and employees during the evening shift.
• Respond promptly to client requests and coordinate work orders.
• Foster a culture of accountability, responsiveness, and professionalism.

Operational Excellence

• Manage payroll and scheduling for union staff.
• Utilize technology (email, mobile apps, software systems) to streamline operations.
• Ensure compliance with union codes and ABM standards.

Training & Development

• Mentor team members and promote a supportive, growth-oriented environment.
• Encourage independence and confidence in supervisors and staff.

Success in the First 90 Days

• Develop a deep understanding of each account and its unique needs.
• Build rapport with employees and clients across all shifts.
• Demonstrate proactive leadership and minimize reliance on onsite supervisors.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 2–5 years of management experience in custodial, facilities, or service environments.
• Strong technical proficiency (email, mobile apps, software systems).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage payroll and coordinate work orders.
• Willingness to travel between accounts as needed.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in union environments.
• Background in multi-site operations or facility management.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, client-facing, and highly collaborative.
• Diverse team across multiple buildings and shifts.
• Requires adaptability, emotional intelligence, and a hands-on leadership style.

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.   ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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ABM is a military-friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you’ll have access to a world-class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country.  Whether you’re looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post-military career opportunities across ABM.
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