Facility Cleaning Technician

Vangst; Town of Warwick (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Vangst is partnering with a leading cannabis manufacturing facility to hire a Facility Cleaning Technician. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining cleanliness and compliance across production floors, offices, restrooms, and break areas.

You will operate cleaning equipment, follow GMP and biosecurity protocols, and ensure proper disposal of waste while maintaining logs and records required by state regulations.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and prior custodial/cleaning experience.
• Follow strict sanitation protocols and cleaning schedules in a regulated environment.
• Strong attention to detail and time management with ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of production floors, offices, restrooms, breakrooms, and common areas.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers, vacuums, carpet extractors, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and forklifts.
• Follow GMP, biosecurity, and sanitation protocols; dispose of cannabis waste per state regulations.
• Complete cleaning logs and compliance documentation accurately and on time.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Sanitation protocols

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Floor scrubbers

Vacuum cleaners

Carpet extractors

Scissor lifts

Boom lifts

Forklifts

Job description

Facility Cleaning Technician

The Opportunity

We're partnering with a leading cannabis manufacturing facility to find a detail-driven Facility Cleaning Technician to keep their operation spotless and compliant. In a regulated cannabis environment, cleanliness isn't just about appearances — it's a core part of daily operations, state compliance, and product integrity.
This is a hands-on, physical role for someone who takes pride in their work, follows processes precisely, and understands that a clean facility is a safe and compliant one.

Your Day-to-Day

You'll be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, and presentation of all areas within the cannabis manufacturing facility — from production floors to offices to restrooms.

Production & Facility Floors

• Sweep, mop, scrub, wax, and polish all floor surfaces throughout the facility including production areas, hallways, and stairways
• Operate industrial cleaning equipment including floor scrubbers, vacuum cleaners, carpet extractors, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and forklifts
• Mix and measure chemical cleaning solutions per facility protocols and safety data sheets
• Clean walls, ceilings, doors, windows, sills, woodwork, and desks throughout the facility

Production & Cannabis Work Areas

• Sanitize and disinfect all surfaces in cannabis production and processing areas following GMP and biosecurity protocols
• Clean and disinfect equipment surfaces, workstations, and production line areas between shifts and as directed
• Remove and dispose of cannabis waste, byproduct, and debris in compliance with state regulations
• Follow strict contamination prevention procedures when cleaning in and around active production zones

Restrooms

• Clean, disinfect, and maintain all restroom fixtures including toilets, urinals, sinks, and floors
• Restock all paper products and restroom supplies as needed

Breakrooms & Common Areas

• Clean and disinfect all breakroom surfaces including appliances, tables, chairs, floors, walls, and windows
• Empty and replace waste receptacle liners throughout the facility on schedule

General Facility Upkeep

• Dust, wax, and polish office furniture, shelving, and file cabinets
• Disinfect high-touch surfaces including phones, door handles, and shared equipment
• Perform minor facility repairs in support of the maintenance team
• Order, inventory, and restock cleaning materials and supplies as needed

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all GMP, biosecurity, and sanitation protocols specific to a licensed cannabis manufacturing facility
• Properly handle, store, and dispose of chemical cleaning agents in compliance with SDS requirements
• Wear required PPE at all times in designated areas
• Complete all facility cleaning logs, sanitation records, and compliance documentation accurately and on time
• Report safety incidents, hazards, or quality concerns to a supervisor immediately
• Maintain and calibrate cleaning tools and equipment as directed

Working Conditions

• Work in an environment that may reach 85°F+ with 70%+ humidity for extended periods
• Regularly required to reach, grasp, bend, stoop, and perform repetitive motions
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work from elevated platforms
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods while maintaining focus
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs independently and up to 100 lbs with assistance
• Must be comfortable working at heights
• Daily exposure to allergens including cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil
• Fast-paced, structured, and compliance-driven environment

What You Bring

Must Have:

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior experience in a custodial, janitorial, or industrial cleaning role
• Knowledge of commercial and industrial cleaning equipment operation and basic maintenance
• Ability to follow strict sanitation protocols and cleaning schedules consistently
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Team player who can also work independently on assigned tasks

Nice to Have:

• Experience cleaning in a cannabis, food production, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with GMP or biosecurity standards
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment (floor scrubbers, scissor lifts, forklifts)

Additional Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid state ID required
• Valid driver's license required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain state cannabis industry badge (includes background check and state review)