Sanitation Technician

Omya•Wathena, KS

6d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Omya is hiring a dependable Sanitation Technician to help maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked work environment for employees, visitors, and site operations. This role is crucial for keeping operations running safely and offers the opportunity to build practical facilities skills. The company is a global leader in industrial minerals and specialty materials with a long history and a commitment to sustainability and employee development.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and follow written and verbal instructions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to keeping work areas clean, organized, and safe.
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently after training.
Patient, flexible, and willing to support changing facility priorities.
Ability to recognize and report health, safety, pest, maintenance, or equipment concerns promptly.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Custodian, Janitor, Cleaner, Groundskeeper, Sanitation Worker, or Facilities Maintenance Assistant.
Experience using floor care equipment, steam cleaners, polishers, or other industrial/commercial cleaning tools.
Experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial facility environment.
Basic maintenance experience, including minor repairs, general upkeep, or supply room organization.

Responsibilities

Clean assigned areas across the property, including common areas, workspaces, restrooms, supply rooms, and other site areas as assigned.
Operate cleaning equipment such as steam cleaners, floor polishers, and other janitorial tools safely and according to instructions.
Use cleaning chemicals and supplies safely, following product instructions and site safety requirements.
Collect, sort, and dispose of garbage, waste, and recycling in accordance with site waste removal and recycling procedures.
Stock, organize, and maintain supply rooms to ensure cleaning materials and related supplies are available.
Complete minor facility maintenance tasks, such as changing light bulbs and supporting basic upkeep as needed; including sweeping, dusting, and shoveling of material run off.
Perform and document routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance activities.
Identify and report pest concerns, leaks, broken equipment, safety hazards, or other facility issues to a supervisor or manager.