Sanitation Technician

Gotham Greens; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Gotham Greens is seeking a Sanitation Technician for our Monroe, Georgia location. The Technician is responsible for day-to-day sanitation of the greenhouse and growing channels, following procedures, and wearing required PPE.

This part-time, hands-on role requires teamwork, attention to detail, and a willingness to contribute to efficiencies and food safety in our sustainable indoor farming operation.

Qualifications

• Experience with sanitation procedures and safety practices.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Stand for part-time shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and work areas in the greenhouse.
• Clean quickly and effectively using materials and tools provided.
• Work in tight quarters and hard-to-reach areas.
• Learn and follow procedures to clean & sanitize.
• Wear proper PPE at all times.
• Provide ideas to improve efficiencies and cleanliness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Food safety

Communication

Physical strength

Team player

Problem solving

Leadership by example

Job description

THE ROLEGotham Greens is seeking a passionate, driven, and hardworking individual to fill a position as a Sanitation Technician for our Monroe, Georgia location. The Technician is responsible for day-to-day tasks as directed by the Plant Manager, specifically related to sanitation of the greenhouse and the sanitizing the growing channels. This is a hands-on role requiring an individual is a team player, one who is willing to roll up their sleeves, and isn't afraid to get dirty.WHAT YOU'LL DOPerform cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and work areas in the entire greenhouse.Clean quickly and effectively as directed using materials and tools provided by Gotham Greens.Must be able to work in tight quarters and hard to reach areas, such as under growing lines, etc.Must learn and follow procedures in the proper way to clean & sanitize.Responsible for working in a safe manner, following safe work practices at all times.Must wear proper PPE (personal protective equipment) at all times.Provide ideas to improve efficiencies and cleanliness.WHO YOU ARELeads by example with a can do attitudeLaser focused attention to detailGreat multitasking abilitiesDesire to grow and learn food safety rules and regulationsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to lift 50 pounds.Ability to stand for a Part time shift.A willingness and desire to assist in unrelated and/or unassigned tasks to ensure the effective operation of the greenhouse and packhouse.Must be a problem solver and be capable of identifying areas of efficiencies.The ideal candidate:Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skillsReliable and highly motivated with a creative flair and lively personalityPassionate commitment to the company visionAppreciation to principles of sustainable agriculture and foodWHO WE AREGotham Greens is an indoor farming company and a fresh food brand on a mission to transform the way we approach our food system, putting people and the planet at the forefront. Gotham Greens produces and delivers long-lasting and delicious leafy greens, herbs, salad dressings, dips, and cooking sauces all year round to retail, restaurant, and foodservice customers.A Certified B Corporation, Gotham Greens sustainably grows high-quality produce using up to 95% less water and 97% less land than conventional farming through its national network of climate-controlled, high-tech greenhouses across America, including locations in New York, Illinois, Rhode Island, Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, and California.Since its launch in 2011, Gotham Greens has grown from a single urban rooftop greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y., to one of the largest hydroponic leafy green producers in North America. For more information, visit gothamgreens.com.