About Plenty Plenty is on a mission to make fresh and clean fruits and vegetables more accessible to everyone. Our cutting-edge indoor, vertical farms produce extraordinary yields using a fraction of the land and water outdoor farms need. Nutrient-rich, mouth-watering and locally grown, our crops help people, communities and our planet to be healthier and more resilient. The people and teams who make up Plenty are at the core of how we do this. We are a collaborative and innovative bunch. We are... more details
About Plenty
Plenty is on a mission to make fresh and clean fruits and vegetables more accessible to everyone. Our cutting-edge indoor, vertical farms produce extraordinary yields using a fraction of the land and water outdoor farms need. Nutrient-rich, mouth-watering and locally grown, our crops help people, communities and our planet to be healthier and more resilient.
The people and teams who make up Plenty are at the core of how we do this. We are a collaborative and innovative bunch. We are passionate about our contributions to Plenty, the communities around us and our planet, but never take ourselves too seriously. We’re down to Earth, we grow together, and we always find a way. Most importantly, we are growing for a better tomorrow, today.
About the role
Plenty is looking for a Sanitation and Custodial Technician to join our Farm Operations team. The Farm Operations team ensures that our produce and work areas are food and worker safe. Your skills and training will be applied to a new and innovative indoor vertical farming environment growing and harvesting strawberries! This role is located onsite in our Chester, VA location.
What you'll do
Execute sanitation schedule: Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Semi-Annual and Annually
Sanitize and clean machines and machine parts using chemicals, high pressure hoses, spraying and scrubbing
Reassemble machines as necessary
Sanitize plant floors, drains, walls, and shelves
Use of industrial chemicals as needed
Perform record keeping and data tracking; responsible for completing the plant’s Master Sanitation Schedule
Collect and remove trash and recycling
Clean of shared work office spaces
Wear required and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
100% adherence to all company established chemical, safety and cleaning policies, practices, and procedures
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
Continuously improve the sanitation process
Comply with and follows company food safety and quality policies
Other duties as assigned. Schedules will be reviewed periodically and are subject to change based on business needs
What you'll bring to the table
High school diploma or equivalent
1+ years of related work experience maintaining and cleaning workspaces
Understanding of chemical safety and chemical handling procedures
Basic computer skills required
Self-directed with the ability to work independently as well as with groups
Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize work
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, including electronically
Ability to push and pull up to 100 pounds
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
Ability to work occasional overtime and on weekends as needed
Ability to be flexible and handle multiple tasks at once
Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus
Type of role
Full-Time / Onsite
What we can offer
Compensation: we’ll pay you a competitive wage on a biweekly basis, give you a stake in the company via equity and contribute toward your 401K
Health & well-being: we’ll invest in your physical and mental well-being with comprehensive medical, dental, & vision benefits, along with support for your mental health through Spring Health and financial wellness through LearnLux. Plus pet insurance for your furry family members!
Food: in-office snacks and access to our leafy greens & new produce in development -- are you up for a side gig as a taste tester?
Grow together: learning & development opportunities including unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, team lunch & learns, training certifications, and more
Equipment: we’ll provide you with the equipment you need to be successful, including $75/month toward your home internet and phone bills and $250 every 2 years to upgrade your phone
Paid time off: we know you’ll do your best if you’re taking time to recharge, so we offer 2 weeks of paid time off + 6 days of paid sick leave per year + 2 days for floating holidays + holiday pay on holidays we observe
Parental leave: 12 weeks off for all eligible new parents - fully paid so you can focus your energy on your newest addition
Food & Safety Requirements
Comply with all Plant, State and Federal OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF regulations
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