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B and B Maintenance

Commercial janitorial and building maintenance, ESOP-owned

Janitorial Area Supervisor

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$23 - $26/hr
Mid
Des Plaines, IL, USA
In PersonWork is in the Chicago northwest suburbs, including Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Palatine, and Wheeling; travel expenses are provided.
Cleaning & Custodial ServicesJanitorial Services

About the job

Requirements
  • Must have a valid driver's license before being hired.
  • Must complete a background check, drug test, and E-Verify process.
  • Must be able to use websites, email, and Google Drive documents on a computer and smartphone.
Responsibilities
  • Order and stock cleaning supplies as needed.
  • Perform and document routine site inspections.
  • Perform scheduled project work and cover buildings in the assigned area when there is a call-off.
  • Lead a team of 15 or more people and delegate tasks.
  • Answer company phone calls and emails, and participate in meetings and check-ins with management.
  • Hire and train employees within the department, and ensure they understand and comply with company, government, and customer policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Maintain cleaning equipment in working condition and notify management of deficiencies or repair needs.
  • Follow health and safety regulations and complete required training from the corporate office.
Desired Qualifications
  • Polish language ability.
  • Carpet cleaning and floor care experience.
  • Previous leadership experience.
  • Floor and window care experience.

About the company

B and B Maintenance provides commercial cleaning and building maintenance services across about 20 states for Fortune 500 firms, financial institutions, governments, schools, and retailers. Its offerings include janitorial services, carpet and upholstery care, tile and grout restoration, window cleaning, pressure washing, painting, and specialized cleaning for hazardous materials and pandemic viruses, with robotics integration via its SoftBank Robotics distribution arm. It differentiates itself through a 100% ESOP ownership structure (largest ELBO by A&H at the time), alignment of employee incentives with service quality, a broad multi-state footprint, minority business enterprise certification, and tech-enabled service delivery with web reporting and a 24/7 call center. The goal is to deliver reliable, high-value facility services, expand geographic reach, and enhance capabilities through employee ownership and technology.

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What believers are saying

  • Employee ownership should improve retention and service discipline after the January 2026 transition.
  • B and B's 20-state footprint supports cross-selling maintenance services beyond janitorial work.
  • Tech-enabled reporting, inspections, and robotics distribution strengthen pricing against commoditized regional rivals.

What critics are saying

  • January 2026 ESOP leverage pressures cash flow if contract renewals slip in 2026.
  • Blue-chip and government accounts create concentration risk; one lost contract can hit revenue fast.
  • Labor-intensive cleaning leaves margins vulnerable, and a major downturn threatens ESOP debt service.

What makes B and B Maintenance unique

  • January 2026 ESOP made B and B Maintenance 100% employee-owned across 1,100 workers.
  • Neatland Holdings kept operating control, installing Daniel Ik-Obazee president after the ELBO.
  • The company combines janitorial scale, multi-state coverage, and SoftBank Robotics distribution expertise.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours