Sanitation Technician

LIVEHAPPY

Sanitation Technician

Cathedral City, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Department Production

    Reports To Production Manager / Assigned Supervisor

    Location Cultivation Facility

    Status Full-Time

    POSITION SUMMARY

    The Sanitation Technician I is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and environmental control across the entire cultivation facility. This role plays a critical function in plant health, contamination prevention, operational efficiency, and overall facility readiness.

    Sanitation is not janitorial—it is a core production function directly tied to yield, quality, compliance, and safety.

    CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

    1. Post-Harvest Bay Sanitation (PRIMARY FUNCTION)

    • Perform full sanitation of bays immediately following harvest cycles

    • Clean and sanitize: JSKs (irrigation systems), Gutters, Walls, Floors, Drains

    • Ensure removal of all organic material, debris, and residue

    • Prepare bays to production-ready condition within defined timelines

    2. Equipment Sanitation

    • Clean and sanitize: JAVO machines, Logiqs Cleaner

    • Ensure all equipment is free of plant debris, residue, and contaminants

    • Report any equipment damage or abnormalities immediately

    3. Facility-Wide Cleaning

    • Maintain cleanliness across all operational areas:

    • Flower Bays, Mother Room, Veg Room, Harvest Room, Corridors and walkways

    • Ensure consistent sanitation standards across all zones

    4. Dry Rack Sanitation

    • Clean and sanitize dry racks after takedown

    • Remove all plant material and residue

    • Ensure racks are ready for next use without contamination risk

    5. Drainage System Maintenance

    • Clean and maintain: Floor drains, Pits (drainage tanks)

    • Prevent buildup, blockage, and odor issues

    • Ensure proper drainage functionality at all times

    SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES (CRITICAL)

    • Follow all company safety protocols and OSHA-aligned practices

    • Properly use required PPE at all times

    • Safely handle cleaning chemicals and sanitation agents

    • Immediately report: Hazards, Near misses, Injuries

    • Participate in daily and weekly safety checklists (IntelliCrop)

    • Maintain clean and hazard-free work areas (no slip, trip, or fall risks)

    QUALITY & COMPLIANCE EXPECTATIONS

    • Maintain strict sanitation standards to prevent: Cross-contamination, Pest and pathogen spread

    • Follow all SOPs related to sanitation and facility hygiene

    • Ensure all work meets internal audit and regulatory standards

    • Support compliance with cultivation and environmental regulations

    OPERATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

    • Execute tasks according to production schedules and priorities

    • Maintain strong communication with Production leadership

    • Complete assigned areas within required timelines

    • Demonstrate consistency, attention to detail, and accountability

    INTELLICROP & REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Complete all required sanitation and safety checklists in IntelliCrop

    • Report: Completed work, Issues or deficiencies, Equipment problems

    • Ensure documentation is accurate and submitted on time

    PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

    Success in this role is measured by:

    • Timeliness of post-harvest bay turnaround

    • Cleanliness and readiness of all assigned areas

    • Compliance with safety and sanitation procedures

    • Accuracy and completion of IntelliCrop reporting

    • Reduction of contamination, odor, and drainage issues

    • Supervisor feedback and inspection results

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Ability to stand, walk, and work for extended periods

    • Ability to lift and carry materials as required

    • Ability to work in wet, humid, and physically demanding environments

    • Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks

    WORK ETHIC & CULTURE EXPECTATIONS

    • Take pride in maintaining a clean and controlled environment

    • Understand that sanitation directly impacts production success

    • Maintain professionalism, reliability, and accountability

    • Work as part of a team aligned with production goals