Lead Janitorial Cleaner

St Peters, MOFull-timePosted Jul 20, 2026

We are looking for a reliable and experienced Lead to ensure all facility operations follow policies and procedures. They coordinate daily operations by delegating job assignments and providing guidance. A Lead provides supervision at an assigned location when the Manager is not present. The Shift Leader demonstrates established standards to keep the buildings/facilities clean and safe for all workers and customers. This role involves operating specialized equipment, handling cleaning chemicals, and supporting general janitorial duties as needed.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members

A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education. ABM is a military and veteran friendly employer, veterans and candidates with military experience encouraged to apply. 

 

  • Any additional certifications, trainings needed by site type.
  • Follow assigned work schedules and route cards as directed. Report any barriers.
  • Provides leadership and direction to team members.
  • Provides open communication between field employees and management; monitors and documents client communications.
  • Assists with making daily and weekly work schedules.
  • Oversees and performs cleaning operations in assigned building.
  • Takes care of keys and access cards for the property.
  • Reports damaged, broken, and out-of-service features/items.
  • Oversees and performs additional service requests (tag jobs) in assigned building.
  • Oversees quality of jobs and confirms completion with Area Manager.
  • Provides training for all new hires assigned to the building in accordance with onboarding procedures.
  • Completes and validates time records for regular and subcontractor employees.
  • Checks supplies, equipment, and chemicals weekly.
  • Performs floor care services including stripping, waxing, buffing, burnishing, scrubbing, and refinishing of hard surface floors.
  • Operates and maintains floor care equipment such as auto scrubbers, burnishers, extractors, and carpet cleaning machines.
  • Performs carpet extraction, spot cleaning, and preventive maintenance to preserve flooring appearance and longevity.
  • Ensures proper use, storage, and handling of floor care chemicals and equipment in accordance with safety guidelines.
  • Identifies flooring maintenance needs and recommends corrective actions to maintain site standards.
  • Maintains inventory of floor care supplies and notifies management of replenishment needs.
  • Conducts periodic floor inspections to ensure quality standards and client expectations are met.
  • Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Required:
• Must be 18 years of age or older     
• A high school diploma, GED, or college degree is not required

Preferred:
•1 year of similar work experience 
• 1 year of customer service experience 
• 1 year of lead or supervisory experience 
• Valid Driver’s license  

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