Area Manager

Company DescriptionSpectrum Building Services of America provides best-in-class, full-service commercial janitorial and building maintenance solutions. The company serves a wide range of markets, including corporate and commercial facilities, manufacturing and plant services, educational institutions, religious organizations, government entities, financial institutions, and public venues.Spectrum focuses on reliable service delivery, consistent quality, and long-term client partnerships. Our team helps customers maintain clean, safe, and well-maintained environments that support daily operations and create a positive experience for employees and visitors.Role DescriptionThe Area Manager role is a full-time hybrid position based in Phoenix, Arizona, with some work-from-home flexibility. This position oversees janitorial and building maintenance operations across multiple client sites while ensuring service quality, safety, and compliance with contractual requirements.Daily responsibilities include managing frontline employees, coordinating schedules, conducting regular site inspections, and addressing service concerns. The Area Manager communicates frequently with cleaning teams, provides coaching and training, and identifies opportunities to improve quality and operating efficiency.The Area Manager is also responsible for managing each account within its approved labor budget. This includes monitoring employee hours, controlling overtime, reviewing budget-to-actual performance, and addressing overages promptly.The Area Manager is accountable for reviewing, correcting, and completing employee timekeeping and payroll by the required weekly deadline. This includes verifying clock-in and clock-out times, missed punches, work-ticket entries, drive time, and other payroll discrepancies to help ensure employees are paid correctly and on time.Additional duties include monitoring supplies and equipment, supporting hiring and onboarding, enforcing safety procedures, and providing clear reports and operational updates to leadership.Compensation and BenefitsAnnual salary of $55,000–$65,000, based on experiencePerformance-based bonus opportunitiesUnlimited paid time off, subject to company policy and operational coverageMedical insuranceDental insurance401(k) retirement planHybrid work flexibility when operational responsibilities allowQualificationsExperience in operations or facilities management, preferably in commercial janitorial or building maintenance services.Strong leadership skills, including employee supervision, coaching, performance management, training, and scheduling.Experience managing labor hours, account budgets, overtime, and operational costs.Ability to review employee timekeeping, identify errors, and complete payroll responsibilities accurately and on time.Ability to build and maintain positive client relationships, manage expectations, and resolve service issues professionally.Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to oversee multiple locations and priorities.Basic proficiency with email, spreadsheets, timekeeping systems, and documentation tools.Knowledge of cleaning procedures, quality-control standards, equipment, chemicals, and workplace safety practices.Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel between client locations throughout the Phoenix area.High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in business, management, or a related field is a plus.Previous supervisory or Area Manager experience in a service-based or facilities environment is strongly preferred.