Sanitation Worker

Aerotek; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a sanitation worker for a 2-week contract in Abbotsford, BC. The role focuses on maintaining cleanliness in an industrial food manufacturing facility, requiring independent work and physical capabilities. Responsibilities include sweeping, washing floors, and managing waste, with an emphasis on food safety. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

80% medical / dental coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee Assistance Program

Time off / Leave (PTO, Vacation, Sick Leave)

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in sanitation or janitorial work within an industrial setting.
• Experience operating a swing machine or circle scrubber.
• Ability to read and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, clean drains, manage garbage storage and removal, and vacuum daily.
• Wash floors and dispose of powder twice weekly, involves lifting 20kg.
• Conduct deep clean of warehouse weekly.

Skills

Independent work

Physical capability

Cleanliness & sanitation

Attention to detail

Job description

We are seeking a sanitation worker for a 2-week contract from July 28 to August 16. The role involves cleaning an industrial food manufacturing facility, focusing on areas adjacent to production zones to ensure food safety. This position requires independent work, with daily self-management of tasks provided through work orders. The main objective is powder control in all areas outside of production, which can become very dusty.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, clean drains, manage garbage storage and removal, and vacuum daily.
• Wash floors and dispose of powder twice weekly, which involves lifting 20kg to shoulder height.
• Conduct a deep clean of the warehouse weekly.
• Perform a full clean of dryer machines every 10 days, requiring a 9am-1pm work schedule for two days.
• Participate in an annual warehouse racking clean out.
• Be prepared to address unexpected spills or messes, such as product leaks.
• Work primarily indoors, with occasional outdoor tasks such as taking out garbage and cleaning loading docks.
• At least 6 months of experience in sanitation or janitorial work within an industrial setting.
• Experience and comfort with performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to read and understand English.
• Physical capability to bend, lift, and reach, including lifting 20kg to shoulder height.
• 6 months of experience operating a swing machine or circle scrubber.
• Experience using floor washing machines and knowledge of proper floor scrubbing techniques.
• Comfortable working alone and not in group settings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing.
• Scissor lift experience and / or certification.
• Forklift experience (SDCB) and / or certification.

Why Work Here?

Join a reputable and growing company that is expanding its facilities to meet customer demands. Enjoy opportunities for career growth into production, supervisory, or sales roles. Benefit from a friendly team and management, flexible scheduling, and 80% medical / dental coverage through IA Financial Group, contingent on receiving a permanent offer.

The work takes place in a food manufacturing environment with products ranging from whey protein powder to dairy and prebiotics. Most of the facility is room temperature, but some areas, such as oven rooms, can be warm to hot. The facility includes a large staff room with vending machines and a full kitchen, as well as change rooms. There are allergens on site, specifically dairy. The sanitation team consists of one supervisor and three team members, with two additional members cleaning offices. The dress code includes a smock, helmet, and ear / eye protection, all provided. Employees must bring their own STWB. Flexible hours are available, with a latest start time of 5pm. Every 10 days, an oven shutdown requires one team member to work from 9am to 1pm, rotating among the team.

Benefits :

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected

classification.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits

and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefitsare subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, orprogram terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following :

• RRSP
• Insurance (Basic / Supplemental Life & AD&D)
• Short andlong-term disability
• EmployeeAssistance Program
• Time off / Leave(PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00 / hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Abbotsford,BC.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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