1st Shift Sanitation

River-Valley-Foods-1; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays

Flexible Paid Time Off

EAP

Employee Purchase Program

Job summary

River Valley Holdings in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Warehouse Sanitation Worker for the 1st shift. This full-time role involves cleaning, operating floor equipment, and maintaining SQF standards in a fast-paced distribution environment.

The ideal candidate is reliable, able to lift 50 pounds, pass a pre-employment drug screen, and work well in a team. Competitive benefits and a Monday–Thursday schedule may apply, with hourly wages listed as $19.00.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior sanitation experience (preferred, not required).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screening test.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibility.
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures and efficiently finish designated assignments.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.

Responsibilities

• Clean and dust all areas of the warehouse as directed.
• Operate a power floor sweeper and scrubber to clean floors.
• Use a scissor lift to clean and dust ceiling and elevated areas.
• Gather trash and operate trash compactors and cardboard and plastic bailers to dispose of waste and process recycling.
• Safely use cleaning chemicals and prepare cleaning solutions to wash, disinfect and maintain various areas, equipment and fixtures in the warehouse.
• Safely operate equipment follow all safety requirements as expected for sanitation duties.
• Effectively use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required for various tasks.
• Work with team members and supervisors to ensure coordination of work.
• Perform additional job duties as required.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Adaptability

Drug screening

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma

Prior sanitation experience

Tools

Power floor sweeper

Floor scrubber

Scissor lift

Trash compactors

Bailers

Job description

1st Shift Sanitation

Full-time Regular MANUAL LABOR Syracuse, NY, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1824

Salary Range: $19.00 To $19.00 Hourly

River Valley Holdings is a family-owned distribution company based in Syracuse, NY, serving retail customers across the northeastern United States. The River Valley family of companies: River Valley Foods, Cavallaro Foods, and Empire Valley distribute a wide range of specialty dry and frozen grocery items and consumable products out of warehouses in Syracuse, NY.

General Description/Purpose:

Warehouse Sanitation Workers are responsible for cleaning and maintaining compliance to cleanliness and sanitation standards in an SQF certified facility. The successful candidate is thorough, task-oriented, dependable, and efficient.

Job Responsibilities:

• Clean and dust all areas of the warehouse as directed
• Operate a power floor sweeper and scrubber to clean floors
• Use a scissor lift to clean and dust ceiling and elevated areas
• Gather trash and operate trash compactors and cardboard and plastic bailers to dispose of waste and process recycling
• Safely use cleaning chemicals and prepare cleaning solutions to wash, disinfect and maintain various areas, equipment and fixtures in the warehouse
• Safely operate equipment follow all safety requirements as expected for sanitation duties
• Effectively use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required for various tasks
• Work with team members and supervisors to ensure coordination of work
• Perform additional job duties as required

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Able to read and speak English
• Able to work at high altitudes and with cleaning chemicals
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screening test
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibility
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures and efficiently finish designated assignments
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior sanitation experience (preferred, not required)

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift 50 pounds consistently through the shift
• Able to stand, walk, lift and bend for extended periods of time

Work Schedule:

• Sunday - Thursday, 7:30am - 4:15pm

Wages:

• $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) & Roth IRA with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Purchase Program

River Valley Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)