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City Wide Facility Solutions

The selected contractor will provide professional commercial carpet cleaning services , including: * Carpet inspections and condition assessments * Deep cleaning (hot water extraction, low-moisture ...

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Independent Contractor - Commercial Carpet Cleaning Services

City Wide Facility Solutions

Gary, IN • On-site

Contractor

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Description

City Wide Facility Solutions is the largest management company in the building maintenance industry. We secure and manage commercial contracts and partner with skilled independent contractors to perform the work. We handle the sales, client communication, billing, and collections - so you can focus on doing what you do best.

We are currently looking for established Independent Contractors to service our commercial clients in the region. If you have a structured business, provides professional window washing services and want steady, recurring work without chasing new contracts or unpaid invoices, this may be a strong fit.

City Wide helps you grow your revenue, keep your crews busy, and get paid consistently - including guaranteed payment on the 10th for work performed.

We operate throughout South Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana - a strong commercial market with warehouses, medical facilities, manufacturing sites, schools, and municipal buildings.

For more information, contact Sandra Rivas at 708-365-8535 , 312-912-9693 or chicagoshores-ic@gocitywide.com.

Requirements

This is for serious operators with legal entity -not a hobbyists.

You:

Already run (or are ready to run) a window washing business

Show up on time, every time

Care about quality, safety, and reputation

Understand that consistency = long-term income

Want steady commercial work without chasing customers

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS MUST PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:

  • Proven experience in commercial carpet cleaning (required)
    • Knowledge of:
      • Hot water extraction / steam cleaning
      • Low-moisture / encapsulation methods
      • Proper chemical use and stain treatment
    • Professional-grade equipment (portable or truck-mounted systems)
    • General liability insurance (required)
    • Reliable transportation and ability to mobilize
    • Strong communication and professionalism
    • Ability to work in occupied commercial environments
  • Preferred:
    • Experience with medical, office, or institutional facilities
    • Ability to provide clear reporting and documentation
    • Upholstery or floor care capabilities (value-add)

The Opportunity

City Wide Facility Solutions is seeking experienced commercial carpet cleaning contractors to support our growing portfolio of commercial clients across the region.

We manage facility maintenance for a wide range of properties - including offices, medical facilities, schools, and industrial spaces - and are looking to partner with professionals who can deliver consistent, high-quality carpet care in active commercial environments.

This is an opportunity to access well-defined, professionally managed work without the need to prospect, bid blindly, or chase payments.

If you operate a structured business and are looking to supplement your pipeline with reliable, recurring opportunities, this may be a strong fit.

The selected contractor will provide professional commercial carpet cleaning services, including:

  • Carpet inspections and condition assessments
  • Deep cleaning (hot water extraction, low-moisture, or dry cleaning methods)
  • Stain, spot, and odor removal
  • High-traffic lane treatment and restoration
  • Scheduled maintenance programs (monthly, quarterly, or as needed)
  • Upholstery and related soft surface cleaning (as applicable)

Work may include:

  • Daytime or after-hours service in occupied facilities
  • Coordination with on-site staff and facility managers
  • Documentation of completed work (photos, notes, reporting)

This is more than surface cleaning—effective carpet care requires proper equipment, techniques, and understanding of different materials to maintain appearance and extend lifespan.

City Wide will:

  • Manage the client relationship
  • Define scope and expectations
  • Coordinate scheduling and communication

You focus on: