SANITATION TECH (H)

ABM US•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

ABM is seeking a reliable and experienced sanitation technician to provide sanitation services at large food manufacturing facilities. The role uses wet and dry cleaning methods to clean production lines, silos, shipping areas, and other parts of the facility, including manufacturing equipment and machinery, offices, the canteen, and bathrooms. On-the-job training is provided, and no prior experience or formal education is required. The technician follows ABM’s sanitation program, food-safety requirements, and safe-work procedures; cleans, sanitizes, and reassembles equipment; and helps maintain compliance with food laws and labeling requirements. The work may take place in confined spaces, at all heights within the facility, and in wet, humid, hot, or cold conditions. A flexible work schedule may change periodically throughout the week. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage for employees and their dependents.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
No experience required; on-the-job training is provided.
No high school diploma, GED, or college degree required.
Follow applicable safety procedures and work safely in the described facility conditions.

Nice To Haves

Prior food-plant sanitation or related experience, preferably in a food manufacturing facility.
One year of similar work experience.

Responsibilities

Perform tasks assigned under the ABM Sanitation Program.
Follow all food-safety and safety guidelines, including general and job-specific safe-work procedures.
Disassemble, clean and sanitize, and reassemble equipment.
Clean equipment areas and perform periodic cleaning work accurately and safely.
Sweep and mop offices, restrooms, lunchrooms, and outside perimeters.
Maintain the sanitation program using a Master Cleaning Schedule and ensure procedures are implemented accurately.
Work with leadership to maintain plant procedures and operational guidelines supporting compliance with food laws and labeling requirements.
Use appropriate cleaners and sanitizers for food-processing equipment and plant facilities.
Conduct daily self-inspections to monitor sanitation issues with equipment and inspect work before it is checked by a lead.
Follow the Lockout/Tagout safety program.
Help train new employees and employees changing job classifications.
Report equipment problems to leadership or a supervisor immediately.
Communicate safety and health matters and promote safety in operations.
Plan and perform assignments without creating hazards for oneself or others.
Work in confined spaces when applicable, following confined-space protocols, and work at all heights and in wet, humid, hot, and cold conditions.
Learn and operate industrial equipment such as scissor lifts, boom lifts, and floor scrubbers.
Arrive on time, ready to work, and complete scheduled hours.