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About the Role

The Sanitation Specialist position at ABM Industries is a critical role that requires attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment. As a Sanitation Specialist, you will be responsible for providing cleaning and upkeep services to assigned areas, ensuring that all facilities are maintained to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks assigned based on the ABM Sanitation Program, adhering to all food safety and safety guidelines.
  
• Disassemble, clean/sanitize, and reassemble equipment, ensuring that all machinery is properly maintained and functioning correctly.
  
• Accurately and safely clean equipment areas or periodic work, following established procedures and protocols.
  
• Sweep, mop, and maintain offices, restrooms, lunchrooms, and outside parameters, ensuring that all areas are clean and free of debris.
  
• Follow and maintain the sanitation program, utilizing a Master Cleaning Schedule and ensuring implementation of accurate procedures in all tasks completed.
  
• Work with leadership to maintain plant procedures and operations guidelines, ensuring compliance with food laws and labeling requirements.
  
• Familiar with the use of appropriate cleaners and sanitizers for all food processing equipment and plant facilities.
  
• Perform daily self-inspection systems and techniques to monitor sanitation issues with all equipment.
  
• Inspect work prior to it being checked by lead, ensuring that all tasks are completed to the highest standards.
  
• Must be knowledgeable with the Lock out Tag out Safety program.
  
• Helps in training of new employees or employees who change job classifications.
  
• Reports all equipment problems to the leadership or supervisor immediately.
  
• Communicates all matters relating to safety and health and positively promotes safety in our operations.
  
• Understands and follows all general and specific safe job procedures that apply to your job.
  
• Plans and carries out job assignments without creating hazards to yourself and other employees.
  
• Must be able to work in confined spaces while following confined space protocols where applicable.
  
• Must be able to work in all conditions, including wet, humid, hot, and cold.
  
• Must be able to work at all heights within the facility.
  
• Must be able to learn and work industrial equipment, such as scissor lifts, boom lifts, and floor scrubbers.
  
• Working schedule could change periodically throughout the week and must be able to have a flexible work schedule.
  
• Must be able to come to work on time, ready to work, and work entire scheduled hours each day.
  

Requirements

• Prior food plant sanitation or related experience is a plus, preferably in a food manufacturing facility.
  
• Must be flexible with shifts and days off. Must be available on weekends/nights as your schedule requires.
  
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
  
• Ability to follow instructions and comprehend safety procedures.
  
• Must be able to follow all facility GMP's, policies, and procedures.
  
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. overhead.
  
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. up to waist level.
  
• Must be able to bend, twist, stoop, and kneel.
  
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
  
• Must be able to distinguish colors and smells.
  
• Must be able to distinguish audible alarms.
  
• Must be capable of rapid movement to all areas of the plant.
  
• Must be able to climb stairs and fixed/portable ladders.
  
• Ability to crawl under and onto machinery and equipment.
  

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
  
• Must meet all requirements to receive approval for working in specific ATS environments (if applicable), including ten-year work history if available.
  

About ABM Industries

ABM Industries is one of the world's largest providers of facility services and solutions. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services and forward-looking performance solutions that improve the spaces and places that matter most. From curbside to rooftop, ABM's comprehensive services include janitorial, engineering, parking, electrical and lighting, energy and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, HVAC and mechanical, landscape and turf, and mission critical solutions. ABM serves a wide range of industries – from commercial office buildings to universities, airports, hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and distribution centers, entertainment venues and more. Founded in 1909, ABM serves over 20,000 clients, with annualized revenue approaching $8 billion and more than 100,000 team members in 350+ offices throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and other international locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ABM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

E-Verify Participant

ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. E-Verify is an internet-based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility.

Military-Friendly Company

ABM is a military-friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you'll have access to a world-class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you're looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post-military career opportunities across ABM.

Application Instructions

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