
Custodial Manager
Charleston, SCJob$58–66K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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Job overview
ABM Industries seeks a detail-oriented Custodial Manager to oversee janitorial services across client sites. The manager ensures cleaning operations are efficient, meet client expectations, and follow company standards. The role involves leading staff, managing projects and client relationships, and maintaining quality, safety, staffing, supplies, and budgets. A high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of janitorial management or related experience are required.
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Full job description
Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Custodial Manager to oversee and manage janitorial services for various client sites. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all cleaning operations are performed efficiently, meet client expectations, and adhere to company standards. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a thorough understanding of janitorial practices.
Pay: $58,000 – $66,000 annual salary
The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant's experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.
Benefit Information:
ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Team Member Benefits | Staff & Management (https://media.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/AnnualBenefitFlyers/Recruiting%20Flyer%20-%20Staff%20&%20Mgmt.pdf)
Responsibilities
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Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of janitorial projects across assigned client sites, ensuring that all tasks are completed on time and within budget.
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Team Supervision: Manage and lead a team of janitorial staff, providing direction, training, and support to ensure high-quality work and adherence to safety protocols.
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Client Relations: Act as the main point of contact for clients, addressing their concerns, ensuring satisfaction, and maintaining strong relationships. Conduct regular meetings with clients to discuss project progress and performance.
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Scheduling and Staffing: Coordinate staff schedules to ensure adequate coverages for all shifts and projects. Handle any staffing challenges, such as absences or emergencies, to maintain service continuity.
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Quality Control: Implement and monitor quality control procedures to maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation. Conduct regular inspections to ensure that all work meets client specifications and company standards.
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Safety Compliance: Ensure that all janitorial activities comply with safety regulations and company policies. Promote a safe working environment and address any safety concerns promptly.
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Supply and Equipment Management: Oversee the procurement, inventory, and maintenance of cleaning supplies and equipment. Ensure that all materials are available and in good working condition for the staff.
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Problem-Solving: Address any issues that arise during the course of a project, such as equipment failures or client complaints, and implement effective solutions to resolve them quickly.
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Reporting: Prepare and submit reports on project status, staff performance, and any issues encountered. Provide data-driven insights to management to support continuous improvement.
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Cost Management: Monitor project budgets, control costs, and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising service quality.
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Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in janitorial services. Implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience:
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Minimum of 2+ years of experience in janitorial management or a related field, with experience in project management or supervisory roles.
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Experience managing multiple sites or large-scale projects is an asset.
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Experience working with union employees highly preferred.
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Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team.
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Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, staff, and senior management.
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Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make quick, informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
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Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
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Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with janitorial equipment and products.
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Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail, ensuring that all tasks are completed to the highest standards.
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Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks as needed, including walking, standing, and lifting supplies or equipment.
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Languages: English reading/writing/comprehension required. Spanish is a plus.
REQNUMBER: 171565
ABM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law. 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.
How this job compares
Set against the 8,206 open Operations Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$58–66K/yr
- South Carolina median$84–126K/yr57 salary ranges
- US median$85–120K/yr4,699 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $62K, is 40% below the South Carolina median midpoint ($103K) — in the lowest quarter of Operations Manager salary ranges in South Carolina.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 127 open Operations Manager jobs in South Carolina and 8,206 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in South Carolina
- Amazon8 open
- Papa John's International8 open
- Walmart7 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Operations Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (6,261 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 3,198 of the 8,206 open Operations Manager jobs (39%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 28, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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