Sanitation Associate

CleanerThe Sanitation Associate (Product Service Support Technician) maintains a clean, safe, and compliant environment in a laboratory or animal care facility while supporting animal care activities, material handling, and general facility operations. This full-time role works Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and plays a key part in ensuring cleanliness, organization, and reliable support for daily facility functions.ResponsibilitiesClean and change animal cages and associated equipment according to established procedures and standards.Assist with animal enrichment by preparing and maintaining clean enrichment materials and supplies.Support deliveries from internal and external sources, including receiving, organizing, and moving materials as needed.Stock, rotate, and store supplies to ensure appropriate inventory levels and proper organization.Construct various transport boxes and containers used for animals, samples, and equipment.Use loading and transporting equipment such as carts and pallet trucks to move cages, supplies, and other materials safely.Support the transport and dispatch of animal shipments, samples, equipment, and consumables within and from the facility.Provide general housekeeping services, including sweeping, mopping, wiping down surfaces, and maintaining clean offices and production areas.Perform waste management tasks, including waste collection, disposal, and treatment in accordance with facility procedures.Operate decontamination and sanitation equipment, including power washers and other cleaning systems, as needed.Follow sterile entry procedures and maintain neat, clean, and safe conditions throughout the facility.Accurately record and maintain detailed logs and records related to cleaning, sanitation, and material handling activities.Work collaboratively as a member of the sanitation and facility support team to meet daily operational goals.Essential SkillsExperience in a sanitation, janitorial, housekeeping, custodial, or general labor role.Experience with cleaning, including tasks such as sweeping, scrubbing, power washing, wipedowns, and general clean-up.Experience cleaning pet or animal cages in a professional or structured environment.Ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently and consistently throughout the shift.Ability to follow sterile entry procedures and maintain neat, clean, and safe conditions.Skills to accurately record, calculate, and maintain detailed records and logs.Ability to work effectively as a team member in a fast-paced environment.English communication skills, including reading, writing, and oral communication, sufficient to follow procedures and document work.Comfort working in a cleanroom, laboratory, or production-style environment.Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, lifting, and repetitive motion for the duration of the shift.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in janitorial, housekeeping, custodial, or similar sanitation-focused positions.Experience working in clean offices, production areas, or cleanroom environments.Familiarity with waste management, waste disposal, and waste treatment procedures.Experience using cleaning agents, decontamination systems, and sanitation equipment.Comfort working around animals in a laboratory or animal care facility setting (without direct handling).Why Work Here?You will join a team that values safety, cleanliness, and reliability while supporting important laboratory and animal care work. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, HSA, dental, and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off with 17 days of accrued PTO, 6 paid sick days available from day one, and 10 paid holidays. You can expect stable weekday hours, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in a well-structured facility.Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a laboratory or animal care facility setting with regular exposure to animals (without touching or handling them), cleaning agents, and sanitation equipment. The position requires standing, lifting, and repetitive motion throughout the shift, as well as frequent use of carts, pallet trucks, and decontamination systems. Work takes place in cleanroom, office, and production-style areas where adherence to sterile entry procedures, safety protocols, and cleanliness standards is essential. Attire aligns with a professional laboratory and sanitation environment, including appropriate protective clothing and equipment as required by facility procedures.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Greenfield, IN.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Greenfield, IN.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.