Sanitation Associate

CJ Logistics America; Perris (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CJ Logistics America is seeking a dedicated Sanitation Associate in California to maintain a clean, safe warehouse environment. The role involves scheduled sanitation duties, operating cleaning equipment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Eligible candidates work on 1st or 3rd shift, with a pay rate of $16.50 per hour plus a $0.75 shift differential. The position requires basic math/reading skills, high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work up to 25 feet high.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Ability to work at elevations up to 25 feet as required.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Experience using basic tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follow established sanitation and cleaning schedules for the logistics center.
• Sweep, mop, dust, and clean designated warehouse and office areas.
• Remove trash, recyclables and debris per facility standards.
• Maintain restrooms, breakrooms and other employee common areas.
• Safely operate sanitation and maintenance equipment (e.g., floor scrubbers, trash compactors).
• Monitor and replenish sanitation supplies and materials as needed.

Skills

Basic math

Reading proficiency

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Tools operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic tools operation

Job description

Description

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or support for work authorization.

Position Overview

The Sanitation Associate is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment throughout the warehouse and surrounding areas. This role includes performing scheduled sanitation duties, operating cleaning equipment, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards. The Sanitation Associate plays a vital role in supporting workplace safety and operational efficiency in a high-volume logistics center.

Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour + $.75 Shift differential

Schedule

• 1st Shift, Sunday to Thursday, 5:30 am - 2:00 pm
• 3rd Shift, Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 pm - 4:30 am

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

Sanitation & Janitorial Services

• Follow established sanitation and cleaning schedules for the logistics center.
• Sweep, mop, dust, and clean designated warehouse and office areas.
• Remove trash, recyclables, and debris in compliance with facility standards.
• Maintain restrooms, breakrooms, and other employee common areas.

Equipment & Supply Management

• Safely operate sanitation and maintenance equipment (e.g., floor scrubbers, trash compactors, EPJ).
• Monitor and replenish sanitation supplies and materials as needed.
• Inspect cleaning tools and equipment for safe operation and report issues promptly.

Safety & Compliance

• Comply with company safety and sanitation standards, including OSHA and customer requirements.
• Properly handle cleaning chemicals and follow Hazard Communication (HazCom) standards.
• Support audits and inspections by ensuring sanitation areas meet compliance expectations.

General Maintenance Support

• Assist with light facility maintenance tasks as directed.
• Report damages, spills, or unsafe conditions to management immediately.
• Support warehouse operations through additional cleaning or maintenance duties during peak periods.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED Equivalent – or equivalent relevant experience.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Comfort working at elevations up to 25 feet, when required.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Experience using basic tools and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in sanitation, janitorial, or warehouse environments.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations in a 3PL or distribution environment.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and/or walk for extended periods (up to 10 hours, depending on shift)
• Sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed
• Climb stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds at various heights including ground-level and racking zones frequently
• Reach with hands and arms overhead and below waist level
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally lift heavier items with or without assistance
• Use fine motor skills/manual dexterity to operate equipment, tools, or keyboards
• Frequently use hands and fingers to handle, grasp, or control objects
• See clearly at close range and at distance, with peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Hear and understand verbal instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment

Work Environment

• Varying temperatures, including but not limited to refrigerated or non-climate-controlled areas
• Loud noise levels, such as machinery, forklifts, and conveyor systems
• Dust, odors, and airborne particles
• Concrete flooring and moving mechanical equipment
• Frequent exposure to powered industrial vehicles and warehouse traffic

The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests.

Location/Remote Eligibility

This role may be performed on-site only.

Reasonable Accommodation

This job description sets forth the essential job duties and responsibilities for the position. An employee assigned to this position must be able to perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. The Company will provide reasonable accommodation(s) to a disabled employee in accordance with, and as required by, applicable law. An employee seeking a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and relies on the diverse skills, backgrounds and perspectives of its people to drive change, innovation and growth. The Company prohibits discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, covered veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Violations of this policy must be reported to the Company as stated in the Reporting Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation Section of the Employee Handbook.