SANITATION TECH

Union Depot; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

On-the-job training

Job summary

Union Depot is seeking a reliable sanitation tech in Houston, Texas, to perform sanitation services in large food manufacturing facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning production lines and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates should be 18 or older and will receive on-the-job training.

Experience in food plant sanitation is preferred but not required. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage for employees and their dependents.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Prior food plant sanitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks assigned based on ABM Sanitation Program.
• Follow all food safety and safety guidelines.
• Clean/sanitize and reassemble equipment.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain cleanliness in various areas.

Skills

Food safety guidelines

Sanitation protocols

Communication

Flexibility

Education

No high school diploma required

On-the-job training

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and experienced sanitation tech to perform contract sanitation services at large food manufacturing facilities. Responsibilities include using wet and dry cleaning methods to clean production lines, silos, shipping, and other areas of the facility including manufacturing equipment, machinery, offices, canteen, and bathrooms. Positions offer an outstanding benefit package including comprehensive medical coverage for employees and their dependents.

ABM is a military and veteran friendly employer. Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks assigned based on ABM Sanitation Program.
• Follow all food safety and safety guidelines.
• Disassemble, clean/sanitize, and reassemble equipment.
• Accurately and safely clean equipment area or perform periodic work.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain the offices, restrooms, and lunchrooms as well as the outside parameters.
• Follow and maintain the sanitation program utilizing a Master Cleaning Schedule and ensure implementation of accurate procedures in all tasks completed.
• Work with leadership to maintain plant procedures and operations guidelines, ensuring compliance with food laws and labeling requirements.
• Be familiar with the use of appropriate cleaners and sanitizers for all food processing equipment and plant facilities.
• Perform daily self‑inspection systems and techniques to monitor sanitation issues with all equipment.
• Inspect work prior to it being checked by lead.
• Be knowledgeable with the Lockout‑Tagout Safety program.
• Help in training of new employees or employees who change job classifications.
• Report all equipment problems to the leadership or supervisor immediately.
• Communicate all matters relating to safety and health and positively promote safety in our operations.
• Understand and follow all general and specific safe job procedures that apply to your job.
• Plan and carry out job assignments without creating hazards to yourself or other employees.
• Work in confined spaces while following confined space protocols where applicable.
• Work in all conditions including wet, humid, hot, and cold.
• Work at all heights within the facility.
• Learn and work industrial equipment like a scissor lift, boom lift, and floor scrubber.
• Have a flexible work schedule; the schedule could change periodically throughout the week.
• Come to work on time, ready to work, and work entire scheduled hours each day.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No experience required; on‑the‑job training provided.
• No high school diploma, GED, or college degree required.

Preferred:

• Prior food plant sanitation or related experience a plus, preferably in a food manufacturing facility.
• 1 year of similar work experience.

ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888‑328‑8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.