Sanitation Technician - Bartlett, IL

About the role

Total, Bonus: $1,500

Sanitation Technician Retention Bonus

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:

Starting Strong (3 Months): Receive $500 after your first 90 days.

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.

Your Role

Sanitation Technician

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.

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

• 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 Details

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

Compensation & Benefits

• 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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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.