Sanitation Technician

Gotham Greens; Seagoville (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Gotham Greens is seeking a Sanitation Technician for our Seagoville, Texas location. The role focuses on sanitation of the greenhouse and growing channels, with a hands-on, team-oriented approach.

The candidate should be willing to learn food safety rules, maintain strict PPE usage, and contribute to efficient, safe operations. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing equipment, following procedures, and supporting related tasks to keep the greenhouse and packhouse running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn food safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and work areas in the greenhouse.
• Follow procedures to clean and sanitize properly; learn routines from the Assistant Plant Manager.
• Wear proper PPE and follow safe work practices at all times.
• Support in related tasks to ensure efficient greenhouse and packhouse operation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

Physical strength

PPE compliance

Job description

THE ROLEGotham Greens is seeking a passionate, driven, and hardworking individual to fill a position as a Sanitation Technician for our Seagoville, Texas location. The Technician is responsible for day-to-day tasks as directed by the Assistant 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 isnt afraid to get dirty.AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITYPerform 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.Requirements:Leads 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 Parttime 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 on a mission to transform how and where fresh produce is grown. We are a pioneer in urban indoor agriculture and a leading fresh produce and food company. Through our national network of local high-tech farms, Gotham Greens delivers fresh, long-lasting and delicious leafy greens, herbs, salad dressings and pesto dips all year round to retail, restaurant and foodservice customers. Founded in 2009, the company opened its first greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y., shortly thereafter. Today, Gotham Greens operates 500,000 square feet of high-tech greenhouses across five U.S. states.Our team of 300+ full time team members are hard working, supportive and passionate about sustainable urban agriculture. We work to create an environment that is caring, fun and collaborative. Gotham Greens is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.#GothamGreensJobs