Custodial Services Worker

Aramark; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Facilities Management is hiring Sanitation Technicians to support a food production facility in Knoxville, TN. This hands‑on role focuses on cleaning and sanitizing equipment and production spaces to meet strict food safety standards.

Expect daytime work with physical tasks, standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs. Pay starts at $18+ per hour, with additional responsibilities in cleaning procedures and PPE usage.

Qualifications

• Experience in custodial, janitorial, or industrial cleaning environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs for a full shift.
• Must follow safety procedures and chemical handling guidelines.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform industrial cleaning and sanitation of production equipment and facility areas.
• Operate power washers, pressure washers, and cleaning equipment.
• Apply cleaning chemicals and sanitizers following safety guidelines.
• Wash delivery trailers and related areas.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment during shifts.
• Follow GMP and sanitation procedures and participate in routine inspections.

Skills

Custodial cleaning

Janitorial

Warehouse cleaning

Industrial cleaning

Tools

Power washers

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Description

Aramark Facilities Management is hiring Sanitation Technicians to support a food production facility in Knoxville, TN.

This is a hands‑on cleaning role responsible for keeping production equipment and facility areas clean, safe, and compliant with food safety standards. You will spend your shift cleaning machinery, production spaces, and surfaces using power washers and approved cleaning chemicals.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in custodial, janitorial, warehouse, or industrial cleaning environments who are looking for steady, daytime work.

The position focuses on cleaning and sanitizing equipment, production areas, and facility spaces to meet strict food safety standards. This is a hands‑on, physically active role in a structured environment where safety and consistency matter. Pay starting at $18+/hour!

Job Responsibilities

Cleaning & Sanitation (Custodial / Janitorial Work)

• Perform industrial cleaning and sanitation of production equipment, facility areas, and/or shipping and receiving areas


• Operate power washers, pressure washers, and cleaning equipment


• Apply cleaning chemicals and sanitizers following safety guidelines


• Wash delivery trailers (similar to warehouse or fleet cleaning work)


• Must be able to stand/walk, push/pull for 8 hours (or duration of the shift)


• Must be able to lift 50 lbs comfortably


• May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment that covers the head and/or face

Food Safety & Compliance

• Follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and sanitation procedures


• Wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) at all times


• Work within a standards‑based environment with routine inspections and audits


• Follow detailed cleaning checklists and processes

Daily Work Expectations

• Perform repetitive cleaning tasks with consistency and attention to detail


• Maintain a clean and safe work environment


• Learn and apply safety procedures, chemical handling, and sanitation standards

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Comfortable performing custodial, janitorial, or warehouse cleaning work


• Ability to handle physical, repetitive tasks (lifting, pushing, pulling 50 lbs) walking, standing, moving for 8 hours a shift.


• Ability to understand and apply instructions and safety procedures


• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic


• Must be able to follow basic safety procedures and precautions due to physical risks and exposure to hazardous chemicals

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in custodial, janitorial, warehouse, sanitation, or manufacturing roles


• Experience using pressure washers or industrial cleaning equipment


• Familiarity with GMP or food safety environments

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.