Janitronics Welcomes New HR Director to Spearhead Employee Growth Amid Rising Demand

Albany, NY

April 22, 2024

Ron_Baldes

Albany, NY – Janitronics Facility Services is excited to announce the appointment of Ron Baldes as the new Director of Human Resources. With over 25 years of dedicated experience in HR leadership, Ron brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of fostering growth and driving results. He is a hands-on leader passionate about culture, talent development, and delivering results. 

 

Ron will play a crucial role in addressing the company's strategic need for skilled employees in a competitive job market as Janitronics experiences a significant surge in demand due to increased requirements for cleanliness and sanitization. His expertise will be vital in leading talent acquisition, performance management, and succession planning across the company's extensive operations in New York State, from Albany to Buffalo, and throughout Vermont and New Hampshire.

Before joining Janitronics, Ron was with Christmas Tree Shops for 16 years. During that time, he held multiple human resource leadership roles. He had responsibilities for 40+ locations across nine states in the Northeast market. Ron is a result-oriented and focused leader who drives talent acquisition, performance management, and succession planning that have supported organizations in harnessing the full potential of their most valuable assets-their people.


"Janitronics provides opportunities for people to advance their careers while working for a team that is truly invested in their future," said Ron. "I am proud to join this team, which has a proven track record of rewarding hard work and supporting their employees. Janitronics has countless employees who have been promoted through the ranks, including many who are now in leadership roles. I'm proud to join this team, and I look forward to being a part of our continued growth and success."
 
"Ron is a proven leader with exceptional interpersonal skills and has already proven to be an asset," said Jim Harris, Jr., President of Janitronics. "We are facing a unique challenge, a growing demand for scientific cleaning combined with a highly competitive economy for workers. Our team members are highly motivated, dedicated, and caring individuals. We offer a competitive salary, good benefits, and a proven record of internal advancement. In an increasingly competitive marketplace, we are thrilled to have Ron on our team."

 

Ron's passion for cultivating a positive culture and his hands-on leadership style are expected to bring transformative changes to Janitronics, ensuring the company continues to meet the evolving needs of its clients and stakeholders.