Sanitation Technician - Bartlett, IL

Ecowize USA; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holiday pay

Overtime opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

Ecowize USA in Bartlett, IL is hiring a Sanitation Technician to join a fast-paced team cleaning food production facilities. You’ll use specialized equipment and chemicals to sanitize equipment, floors, and work areas to meet USDA, FDA, and customer standards.

This is a third-shift, full-time role with a retention bonus total of $1,500 paid over the first year, plus milestones of $500 at six months and $500 at one year, subject to performance and attendance.

Qualifications

• Attitude and dependability for safety, teamwork, and quality.
• Must be reliable for overnight third shift including weekends.
• Prior sanitation experience is not required; training provided.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize equipment, floors, walls, and work areas.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning.
• Handle cleaning chemicals safely and follow usage guidelines.
• Inspect equipment and areas for readiness for pre-op inspections.
• Follow all safety protocols (Lock Out/Tag Out, PPE, HazCom).
• Work efficiently to complete sanitation tasks within timelines.
• Maintain communication with teammates, supervisors, and plant staff.
• Support team and assist with additional duties as needed.

Skills

Attitude & dependability

Overnight shifts

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Job description

Sanitation Technician - Bartlett, IL

Ecowize USA Elgin, Illinois, United States

About this position

Why Ecowize?

At Ecowize North America, we go beyond cleaning food production facilities — we safeguard public health and drive operational excellence. As part of our team, you’ll join a mission-driven organization committed to food safety, innovation, and people development. If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and make a measurable difference, this role is for you.

Total, Bonus: $1,500

Our Sanitation Technicians are the backbone of our operations, and we value the hard work you do every day. To reward our most reliable team members at this location, we are offering a $1,500 Retention Bonus paid out over your first year:

• Hitting the Mark (6 Months): Receive an additional $500 .

Anniversary Reward (1 Year): Receive a final $500 to celebrate your first year with the team.

Bonus Terms: Payouts are subject to the employee being in good standing, meeting performance expectations, and maintaining a 100% attendance record (excluding approved PTO and documented illness) during each milestone period.

As a Sanitation Technician, you’ll be on the front lines of food safety, working as part of a team to clean and sanitize food production facilities. You’ll use specialized equipment and chemicals to remove debris, sanitize machinery, and prepare the plant to meet strict USDA, FDA, and customer standards.

This is a physical role that requires focus, teamwork, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. You’ll report to a Site Manager and work alongside fellow team members to make sure every shift ends with a safe and spotless facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize equipment, floors, walls, and work areas in assigned sections of the plant.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment to ensure thorough cleaning.
• Handle cleaning chemicals safely and follow all usage guidelines.
• Inspect equipment and areas to confirm readiness for pre-op inspections.
• Follow all company and regulatory safety protocols, including Lock Out/Tag Out, PPE, and HAZCOMM.
• Work efficiently to complete sanitation tasks within established timelines.
• Maintain open communication with teammates, supervisors, and plant staff.
• Support team members and assist with additional duties as needed.

What Success Looks Like: Core Competencies

We’re looking for team members who:

• Collaborate: Work well with teammates, support others, and share credit for successes.
• Focus on the Customer: Deliver consistent, high-quality work that earns client trust and satisfaction.
• Be Resilient: Stay confident under pressure, bounce back from challenges, and maintain a positive outlook.
• Adapt to Situations: Adjust to changing tasks, environments, and priorities on the job.

Our Values in Action

• Partnership: You work together with teammates, clients, and supervisors to get the job done right.
• Excellence: You take pride in your work, follow procedures, and deliver consistent, high-quality results.
• Integrity: You do the right thing — even when no one is watching. You’re dependable, honest, and accountable.

What You Bring: Qualifications & Physical Requirements

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• Attitude & Dependability: A strong commitment to safety, teamwork, quality, and a positive attitude.
• Experience: No prior sanitation experience is required—we provide comprehensive, hands-on training. Bonus Qualifications: Prior experience in sanitation, food processing, industrial cleaning, or being bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.
• Availability: Must be reliable and available to work primarily overnight shifts (third shift), including weekends and holidays.

Essential Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting & Carrying: Must be able to routinely lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds independently (e.g., sanitation chemicals, heavy hoses, and dismantled machinery components).
• Constant Physical Activity: Position requires continuous standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, stooping, and reaching over the head for the duration of an 8-hour shift.
• Manual Dexterity & Grip Strength: Must possess the fine motor skills, repetitive hand/wrist flexibility, and grip strength necessary to dismantle/reassemble complex machinery , scrub surfaces, and operate high-pressure water hoses or industrial cleaning equipment for extended periods.
• Environmental Exposure: Continuous work in a food manufacturing environment with extreme temperature variances—including wet, humid, hot, and cold/freezing environments (e.g., blast freezers or cooking areas).
• Sensory & Safety Requirements: Must be able to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) , including respirators, safety goggles, face shields, steel-toed boots, and chemical-resistant suits. Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels (hearing protection provided) and exposure to industrial cleaning chemicals/fumes.
• Sensory Acuity: Requires close visual acuity to inspect machinery and verify cleanliness during pre-op inspections.
• Scheduling Demands: Must be capable of working third-shift/overnight hours, including weekends and holidays, as dictated by plant operational schedules.
• Job Type : Full-time
• Schedule : Primarily overnight shifts; must be available for weekends and holidays
• Environment : Food manufacturing plants (hot, cold, wet, and noisy conditions)
• Reporting To : Site Manager
• Competitive hourly wage
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off & holiday pay
• Opportunities for overtime pay
• Career growth and promotion opportunities

Your Future Starts Here

At Ecowize, we believe everyone deserves a future they can count on. Many of our leaders started on the sanitation floor, and we’re proud to offer pathways for career growth. Whether you want a reliable paycheck, new skills, or a long-term career, Ecowize gives you the training, support, and opportunities to succeed.

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