Janitorial Cleaning Manager
Company
Newmark
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
LinkedIn
Job Description
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Directly supervise and coordinate work activities of cleaning personnel in order to ensure the smooth running of premises to agreed standards and service levels.
Essential Duties
• Supervise a team of Cleaners ensuring they know their duties and carry out their work in accordance with Company procedures and practices and health & safety regulations to ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained.
• Inspect work performed to ensure that it meets specifications and established standards.
• Investigate complaints about service and equipment, and take corrective action.
• Recommend changes that could improve service and increase operational efficiency.
• Perform or assist with cleaning duties as necessary.
• Check equipment to ensure that it is in working order.
• Inventory stock to ensure that supplies and equipment are available in adequate amounts and re-ordering when needed, ensuring other cleaners have the supplies they need, to meet the establishments needs.
• Instruct staff in work policies and procedures, and the use and maintenance of equipment.
• May perform other duties as assigned
Skills
SKILLS , EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum 5 years supervisory / management experience, preferably in commercial real estate
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and through writing when directing tasks
• Ability to work well with a variety of different individuals both inside and outside of NGKF
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and make decisions
WORKING CONDITIONS : Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements
Salary Range Language
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $90,000 to $100,000 annually. The actual base salary will be determined on an individualized basis taking into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package (including health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching), this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.).
NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Directly supervise and coordinate work activities of cleaning personnel in order to ensure the smooth running of premises to agreed standards and service levels.
Essential Duties
• Supervise a team of Cleaners ensuring they know their duties and carry out their work in accordance with Company procedures and practices and health & safety regulations to ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained.
• Inspect work performed to ensure that it meets specifications and established standards.
• Investigate complaints about service and equipment, and take corrective action.
• Recommend changes that could improve service and increase operational efficiency.
• Perform or assist with cleaning duties as necessary.
• Check equipment to ensure that it is in working order.
• Inventory stock to ensure that supplies and equipment are available in adequate amounts and re-ordering when needed, ensuring other cleaners have the supplies they need, to meet the establishments needs.
• Instruct staff in work policies and procedures, and the use and maintenance of equipment.
• May perform other duties as assigned
Skills
SKILLS , EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum 5 years supervisory / management experience, preferably in commercial real estate
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and through writing when directing tasks
• Ability to work well with a variety of different individuals both inside and outside of NGKF
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and make decisions
WORKING CONDITIONS : Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements
Salary Range Language
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $90,000 to $100,000 annually. The actual base salary will be determined on an individualized basis taking into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package (including health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching), this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.).
NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States as of 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for cleaning staff positions as of January 1, 2026. Employers must pay 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Twenty-seven states enforce higher minimums including $16.50 per hour in Washington state effective January 1, 2026.
How many hours per week and what leave benefits apply to cleaning staff under federal law in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires cleaning staff to receive overtime pay after 40 hours in a workweek as of 2026. Full-time employees qualify for up to 12 weeks of unpaid Family and Medical Leave after 12 months of employment and 1,250 hours worked. No federal paid sick leave mandate exists but 14 states require at least 40 hours of paid sick leave annually starting January 1, 2026.
What education and experience are required for cleaning staff jobs in the United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor lists no formal education requirement for cleaning staff positions as of 2026. Most employers accept applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent and 0-6 months of prior experience. Background checks are mandatory for 78 percent of janitorial contracts under federal facility standards.
What documents are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs through official U.S. government channels in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form I-9 employment eligibility verification and a valid Social Security card to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as of 2026. A state-issued photo ID and proof of address dated within 30 days are also required for most federal contractor positions. No application fee is permitted under DOL rules.
