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Position Overview
This Sanitation Specialist role involves a range of laundry services, cleaning tasks, and other related responsibilities essential for maintaining remote industrial housing facilities, dining areas, office spaces, and similar environments in a pristine and organized state.

This position is responsible for the efficient transportation of products, supplies, and equipment between facilities.

Work Schedule
This night sanitation position operates in Valdez, Alaska, with a schedule from Sunday to Thursday. The shift lasts 10 hours, commencing at 6:00 PM and concluding at 4:30 AM, offering an hourly wage of $19, with overtime compensated at time and a half. A $2,000 signing incentive is available, distributed based on tenure: $500 after three months, $500 after six months, and $1,000 after one year of service.

Key Responsibilities
- Adhere to safe work practices and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all tasks.
- Conduct cleaning activities including vacuuming, mopping, and restocking in hallways, staircases, offices, food preparation areas, kitchens, laundry rooms, clinics, living quarters, workspaces, common areas, restrooms, and other similar locations.
- Perform various floor maintenance tasks such as sweeping, scrubbing, stripping, extracting, waxing, and buffing.
- Dust surfaces at varying heights and wipe down various surfaces using suitable cleaning equipment and solutions.
- Manage waste by removing and properly disposing of discarded materials, compacting trash, and transporting it to designated disposal areas.
- Change light bulbs and execute minor facility maintenance tasks as needed.
- Maintain cleanliness in building entryways by removing snow and debris.
- Participate in corporate safety initiatives and may operate a vehicle to access satellite locations.

Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- A combination of education and experience demonstrating knowledge of cleaning equipment and general cleaning procedures.
- Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within 30 days of hire.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record for the past three years to meet vehicle insurance requirements.
- Successful completion of pre-employment contract requirements, including drug testing, physical assessments, and hearing tests.
- Must be able to collaborate effectively with team members, clients, and customers.
- Capable of making decisions independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to remain on feet for 10-12 hours during shifts.
- Proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing English is required.

Working Conditions
- Exposure to indoor and outdoor environments, frequently in arctic conditions.
- Moderate to loud noise levels may be present.

Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift and carry weights as specified in the fit-for-duty test, including lifting 48 lbs. from floor to knuckle and waist, and carrying 38 lbs. for a minimum distance of 30 feet.
- Ability to perform various physical tasks including pushing, pulling, squatting, kneeling, and climbing stairs.

NANA Regional Corporation, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing fair employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status.