Operations & Field Manager

La Mesa , CA , United States

12 Feb 2026

SD Sparkle Cleaning Co. – San Diego, CA


Pay: $24–$30/hour (30–40 hours per week)
Schedule: Full-time preferred
Location: San Diego County (Field + Administrative Work)

 

About SD Sparkle

SD Sparkle is a growing residential and short-term rental cleaning company serving clients throughout San Diego County. We are known for quality, reliability, and strong client relationships.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a hands-on Operations & Field Manager to help stabilize, organize, and elevate our daily operations.

This role is ideal for someone with strong cleaning experience and natural leadership instincts—someone who values structure, problem-solving, accountability, and supporting both clients and team members.

 

Position Overview

This is not just a cleaning role.

This is an operations leadership position that supports the business at every level. You will serve as the central point of coordination between:

  • Cleaning team members

  • Clients

  • Short-term rental (STR) and property management partners

  • Scheduling, quality control, and operational follow-through

 

Key Responsibilities

Team Coordination & Scheduling

  • Schedule and coordinate cleaners daily

  • Confirm availability and ensure proper job coverage

  • Communicate job details, access instructions, and expectations

  • Handle call-outs and last-minute schedule changes

  • Ensure cleaners are prepared with proper supplies and information

  • Address performance issues professionally and promptly

 

Training & Quality Control

  • Onboard and train new cleaners

  • Ensure adherence to company SOPs and quality standards

  • Review post-clean photos

  • Conduct in-person cleaning audits when necessary

  • Provide coaching and identify areas for improvement

 

Client & Partner Management

  • Serve as primary point of contact for key partners (including STR and property managers)

  • Track job progress from start to completion

  • Request and review job photos

  • Manage client feedback, concerns, and follow-ups

  • Understand property-specific expectations

 

Operations & Administrative Support

  • Monitor supply inventory and storage stock

  • Track and manage restocking needs

  • Assist with pricing and job estimates

  • Support invoice preparation and review

  • Ensure jobs are properly closed in company systems

  • Troubleshoot day-of operational issues

  • Manage incoming client calls and communications

 

Qualifications

Required

  • 2+ years of residential or STR cleaning experience

  • Leadership, supervisory, or coordination experience

  • Strong communication skills (text, phone, in person)

  • Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license

  • Comfortable managing adults and providing feedback

  • Highly organized, calm under pressure, and solution-oriented

 

Preferred (Strongly Valued)

  • STR or property management experience

  • Experience with scheduling software (Housecall Pro, BookingKoala, etc.)

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)

  • Hospitality or hotel housekeeping management background

 

Why This Role Matters

This position directly supports:

  • Team stability

  • Client satisfaction

  • Business growth

  • Founder sustainability

You will have meaningful responsibility, autonomy, and influence within a growing company.

 

How to Apply

Please submit:

  • A brief summary of your cleaning and leadership experience

  • Why you are interested in an operations or management role

  • Confirmation that you have reliable transportation

 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Zoom interview.

Entry Level

Full Time

La Mesa CA United States