Sanitation Specialist

Verano; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sanitation Associate at Verano is responsible for cleanliness and upkeep of the warehouse, performing sanitation, stocking, and cleaning duties to ensure a safe, compliant facility. Primary tasks include cleaning designated areas, operating sanitation equipment such as sprayers, power mops, and steam cleaners, documenting inspections, stocking supply rooms, and notifying management of repairs.

The role requires physical stamina and adherence to health and safety regulations in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience with cleaning chemicals and safe handling practices.
• Able to operate and maintain heavy janitorial equipment safely.
• Comfortable with heights and physically demanding tasks.
• Must be 21+ and able to register with state cannabis commission as an agent.
• Willingness to follow all industry laws, regulations, and policies.

Responsibilities

• Clean and supply designated areas, including bathrooms and common spaces.
• Perform and document routine inspections.
• Carry out heavy cleaning tasks and special projects.
• Stock and maintain supply rooms.
• Follow health and safety regulations.
• Notify management of deficiencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cleaning chemicals knowledge

Operate heavy equipment safely

Work at heights awareness

Physical stamina (lift 25 lbs, 8+ hrs)

Education

High school diploma or GED

MSDS/OSHA knowledge (preferred)

Tools

Sanitation equipment (sprayers, power mops, steam cleaners)

Job description

Job Summary

The Sanitation Associate is responsible for cleanliness and upkeep of the building and carrying out sanitation, stocking, and cleaning duties.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Clean and supply designated building areas, including but not limited to dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and cleaning ceiling vents and restrooms.
• Perform and document routine inspection activities.
• Carry out heavy cleansing tasks and special projects.
• Support harvest in sanitation of gardens as needed.
• Utilize various machines and sanitation equipment such as sprayers, power mops, steam cleaners, etc.
• Notify management of occurring deficiencies or repair needs.
• Stock and maintain supply rooms.
• Follow all health and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Must be able to operate and maintain heavy equipment and machinery in a safe manner.
• Comfortable with heights, soil and water, and tight spaces.
• Able to climb, squat, bend, twist, stand for at least 8 hours per day, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and able to successfully register with the state's cannabis commission as an agent.
• Must be able to comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in janitorial, custodial, and/or maintenance fields preferred.
• Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) knowledge preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 25 lb. Able to stand for 90% of the time. Comfortable with heights, occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to service the lights, filters, trellis netting and ceiling fans up to 25ft. Comfortable working atop and traversing scaffolding, when required. Comfortable with changing environment temperatures and humidity. Exposure to cleaning products/chemicals such as bleach, detergents, abrasives, degreasers, acid cleaners, alkalis, Organic Solvents and Other cleaning agents. Exposure to pollen, dust, dander, and other nature elements. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment

Work is performed in a warehouse environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.