Sanitation Technician- Aramark Facility Services - High Liner Foods

Job Description

Aramark Facilities Management is hiring Sanitation Technicians to support a food production facility in Newport News, VA.

This is a hands-on cleaning role responsible for keeping production equipment and facility areas clean, safe, and compliant with food safety standards. You will spend your shift cleaning machinery, production spaces, and surfaces using power washers and approved cleaning chemicals.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in custodial, janitorial, warehouse, or industrial cleaning environments who are looking for steady, daytime work.

The position focuses on cleaning and sanitizing equipment, production areas, and facility spaces to meet strict food safety standards. This is a hands-on, physically active role in a structured environment where safety and consistency matter.

Important: This role involves working in a seafood plant where exposure to seafood and seafood-related allergens may occur. Individuals with seafood allergies should consider this work environment before applying.

Pay & Schedule

• $17.00 while you are part time, with a raise to $18.00 once a full time position becomes available.
• Once you are full time, you will receive additional raises up to $18.75/hour in your first year.
• You will work up to 29 hours per week on a consistent basis with options up to 40 hours per week as needed. 
• The schedule is from 11p-7a Sunday-Friday (must be available these nights)

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $17.00 to $17.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Cleaning & Sanitation (Custodial / Janitorial Work)

  • Perform industrial cleaning and sanitation of production equipment, facility areas, and/or shipping and receiving areas
  • Operate power washers, pressure washers, and cleaning equipment
  • Apply cleaning chemicals and sanitizers following safety guidelines
  • Wash delivery trailers (similar to warehouse or fleet cleaning work)
  • Must be able to stand/walk, push/pull for 8 hours (or duration of the shift)
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs comfortably
  • May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment that covers the head and/or face

  Food Safety & Compliance

  • Follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and sanitation procedures
  • Wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) at all times
  • Work within a standards-based environment with routine inspections and audits
  • Follow detailed cleaning checklists and processes

  Daily Work Expectations

  • Perform repetitive cleaning tasks with consistency and attention to detail
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • Learn and apply safety procedures, chemical handling, and sanitation standards

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to follow existing procedures to perform routine tasks 

• Courteous manner 

• Flexible approach to hours and duties 

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective equipment (PPE). 

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .