Service Team Lead Jobs in California

Service Team Lead jobs in California are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in retail, hospitality, customer service operations, and field service management at every level from entry-level team lead to senior operations supervisor. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego anchor most of the hiring, where large employers like Amazon, Target, and Comcast maintain significant service operations and regularly build out frontline leadership. The most sought-after specialties in California are customer experience leadership, technical service coordination, and retail operations management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles125+
Top employerAmerican Eagle Outfitters
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring72
Work type90% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Aggreko
Service Team Lead HVAC or Generator
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Service Team Lead HVAC or Generator
Aggreko
Santa Fe Springs, California
Customer Service & Support
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Manufacturing Operations
$85k - $112k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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Aggreko
Field Service Team Lead
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Field Service Team Lead
Aggreko
Los Angeles, California
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Procurement & Supply Chain
Customer Service
Logistics & Fleet Management
$85k - $112k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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Verdantas LLC
Restoration Services Team Leader
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Verdantas LLC
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Restoration Services Team Leader
Verdantas LLC
Concord, California
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Specialized Engineering
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Project Management
Environmental Engineering
$115k - $125k/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Target
Food Service Team Leader
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Target
Added 1mo ago
Food Service Team Leader
Target
Fontana, California
Food Service
$24 - $41/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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AmeriHome Mortgage Company, LLC
Customer Services Representative Team Lead
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AmeriHome Mortgage Company, LLC
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Customer Services Representative Team Lead
AmeriHome Mortgage Company, LLC
Irvine, California
Customer Service & Support
Human Resources
Customer Service
Customer Support
On-Site
High School

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Service Team Lead Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
11 jobs
Los Angeles
9 jobs
San Diego
8 jobs
Santa Clara
4 jobs
Walnut Creek
4 jobs
Cupertino
3 jobs
Irvine
3 jobs
San Mateo
3 jobs
Apple Valley
2 jobs

Service Team Lead Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • American Eagle Outfitters
    American Eagle Outfitters27
  • Whole Foods Market
    Whole Foods Market24
  • Target
    Target22
  • Jack in the Box
    Jack in the Box9
  • Sedgwick
    Sedgwick4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail83
  • Food & Beverage12
  • Technology & Software7
  • Consulting & Professional Services5
  • Healthcare & Medical Services5

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in service team lead jobs across California.

  • Two or more years of customer service or team leadership experience in California operations
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, schedule, and performance-manage a frontline service team
  • Proficiency with workforce management or CRM platforms such as Salesforce or ServiceNow
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional California teams
  • Ability to meet California labor law compliance requirements including meal and rest break rules
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a related field preferred

Service Team Lead Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a service team lead in California?

Most California employers promote service team leads from within their frontline workforce, so the most direct path is building experience in a customer-facing or operations role and expressing interest in leadership. No state-issued license is required for the role itself. Earning a recognized customer service or leadership certification, such as those offered through the Customer Service Institute or CompTIA, strengthens a California application alongside a record of consistent performance.

Which companies hire service team leads in California?

Employers hiring service team leads in California right now include American Eagle Outfitters, Whole Foods Market, and Target, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's scale in retail, logistics, and tech-enabled service operations means large employers here consistently hire at the team lead level to manage high-volume customer interactions across multiple locations.

Which California cities have the most service team lead jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego have the most service team lead openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its concentration of retail chains, hospitality groups, and regional distribution centers, while San Francisco and San Diego add significant demand from tech company service operations, healthcare networks, and tourism-linked customer service teams that require on-site leadership year-round.

Are there remote service team lead jobs in California?

Yes, but they're uncommon. Service team leads are typically responsible for coaching staff in real time and managing day-to-day floor operations, which requires physical presence most of the time. About 10% of service team lead openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those roles tend to involve overseeing digital customer service queues, escalations, or back-office support teams rather than in-person staff.

How can I get hired as a service team lead in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a senior customer service associate or shift supervisor and moving into a team lead role once you've demonstrated reliability and basic people management skills. Large California employers like Target, Amazon Fulfillment, and Kaiser Permanente run structured lead development programs that prepare high-performing associates for leadership. Building a record of exceeding metrics, volunteering to train new hires, and completing any in-house leadership curriculum your employer offers are the steps that get you in front of hiring managers.

Where can I find and apply to service team lead jobs in California?

You can find and apply to service team lead jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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