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How do I know if a job posting is for a corporate job?

How do I know if a job posting is for a corporate job?

If a posting is listed under “Stanley Steemer International, Inc.,” that means it’s a job at a company-owned location. All other postings are for independently owned and operated franchise locations.

What if I have questions about a job posting at a franchise location?

What if I have questions about a job posting at a franchise location?

You’ll need to contact the franchise directly using the information provided in the job posting. Franchise owners are independent employers and make all employment decisions at their locations.

What career paths are available in the Stanley Steemer® system?

What career paths are available in the Stanley Steemer® system?

At corporately-owned locations, employees can pursue advancement in operations, management, or support functions. At franchise locations, opportunities for growth and advancement are determined locally by the franchise owner. Many franchise owners began their careers as technicians or managers at their own businesses.

Can I transfer from one location to another?

Can I transfer from one location to another?

Maybe. Transfers between company-owned locations may be possible depending on business needs. Transfers between a franchise and a company-owned branch (or between two franchises) are decided only by the independent franchise owners.

Do all Stanley Steemer locations offer the same benefits?

Do all Stanley Steemer locations offer the same benefits?

No. Benefits listed on this site apply only to jobs at company-owned locations. Franchise locations are independently owned and operated, and each franchise owner decides what benefits to offer. Packages can vary from location to location.

Who would be my employer if I apply for a job?

Who would be my employer if I apply for a job?

If you apply for a role at one of our company-owned locations, your employer would be Stanley Steemer International, Inc. If you apply at a franchise location, your employer would be the local franchise owner. Franchise owners are independent employers and are solely responsible for hiring, wages, benefits, workplace policies, and compliance with employment laws.

What are the benefits of dryer vent cleaning?

What are the benefits of dryer vent cleaning?

Cleaning your dryer vents has several benefits, including reducing the risk of a fire, improving dryer efficiency, eliminating allergens, and saving energy.

Will I have to work overtime? Weekends?

Will I have to work overtime? Weekends?

At company-owned locations, overtime may sometimes be required to meet customer demand and maintain the level of service Stanley Steemer is known for. Because many of our customers need service on Saturdays, company-owned branches are typically open on weekends, and employees may be scheduled to work on Saturdays as part of their regular schedule.

At independently owned and operated franchise locations, scheduling practices vary. Franchise owners are independent employers and decide how to staff their businesses, including whether overtime or weekend work is required. Applicants should contact the local franchise directly for details about scheduling at that location.

How much can I expect to earn?

How much can I expect to earn?

At company-owned branches, pay structures vary by role:

• Cleaning Technicians are paid the greater of their earned commission or a guaranteed hourly rate (hourly rates vary by location). Our commission-based plan allows technicians to increase earnings through add-on residential sales.

• Customer Service Advisors receive a base hourly rate plus incentives based on the “Inside Ticket Average.”

• For other corporate positions, details will be provided by a recruiter or hiring manager during the application process.

At independently owned and operated franchise locations, pay practices are determined solely by the franchise owner and may differ from those at company-owned branches. Applicants should contact the local franchise directly for details on pay and incentives at that location.

How should I prepare for an interview?

How should I prepare for an interview?

For positions at company-owned locations, we recommend that you:

• Be ready to talk about your strengths, areas for development, accomplishments, goals, and expectations.

• Learn more about us by reviewing information on this website.

• During the interview, be yourself and share your experiences openly.

• At the end of the conversation, ask questions to make sure you understand the hiring manager’s expectations for the position.

For roles at independently owned and operated franchise locations, interview practices may vary. Franchise owners are independent employers and conduct their own hiring processes. We encourage you to contact the franchise directly with any questions about how to prepare for interviews at their locations.

What happens after I submit my application?

What happens after I submit my application?

If you apply for a job at a company-owned location, your application will be reviewed by our recruiting team. If your qualifications match the requirements of the position, a recruiter or hiring manager may contact you to discuss next steps. If not, your application will be retained consistent with applicable state guidelines.

If you apply for a job at an independently owned and operated franchise location, you will need to apply directly with that franchise. Each franchise owner is an independent employer and is solely responsible for reviewing applications, contacting candidates, and making hiring decisions at their location.

What's the best way to find open positions?

What's the best way to find open positions?

Enter your zip code in the "Find Local Employment Opportunities" area on our Careers page. You’ll see openings at both company-owned branches and independently owned and operated franchise locations near you.

• Company-owned branch jobs will be listed under “Stanley Steemer International, Inc.” and can be applied to directly through our online system.

• Franchise jobs will show the local franchise’s contact information. Each franchise is an independent employer and is responsible for its own hiring and employment decisions.

How big of an organization is Stanley Steemer International, Inc.?

How big of an organization is Stanley Steemer International, Inc.?

Between our corporate headquarters and nearly 60 company-owned branch locations, Stanley Steemer International, Inc. employs approximately 2,300 people nationwide. The Stanley Steemer® system also includes over 200 independently owned and operated franchise locations. Each franchise is an independent business and employer, and together they employ thousands more people across the country.

How long has Stanley Steemer been around?

How long has Stanley Steemer been around?

Stanley Steemer was founded in 1947 by Jack A. Bates in Columbus, Ohio, with a single home-built carpet cleaning machine. Over the decades, the company grew into a national brand, expanding through both company-owned branches and independently owned and operated franchise locations.

Today, Jack’s grandson, Justin Bates, serves as President, continuing the family tradition of leadership and innovation. The Stanley Steemer® system has been trusted for more than 75 years to deliver professional cleaning services across the United States.