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Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Full Time

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $24.40
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Benefits

Store discount
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading supermarket chain specializing in natural and organic foods. Established with a commitment to supporting sustainable agriculture, community welfare, and environmental stewardship, Whole Foods Market has grown into a trusted name for shoppers seeking high-quality, responsibly sourced groceries. The company goes beyond just selling food; it is dedicated to nourishing people and the planet through initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to healthy food in underserved areas, and supporting poverty alleviation programs in developing nations. This holistic approach makes Whole Foods Market not just a retail destination but a community-centered organization striving for positive change on a global scale.

At Whole Foods Market, the focus extends to personal growth and meaningful career advancement. The company offers a welcoming and growth-oriented work environment where team members can contribute to revolutionizing the grocery industry by adhering to high standards of excellence. The maintenance team plays a critical role in supporting store operations by ensuring that the physical environment is clean, safe, and well-maintained. This entry-level maintenance position involves daily tasks such as cleaning seating areas, restrooms, offices, and shop floors, performing minor repairs, and supporting store landscaping. The role requires a proactive attitude toward safety, cleanliness, and efficiency, all while promoting the core values and quality standards that Whole Foods Market upholds.

Employing flexible scheduling and offering wages ranging from $15.00 to $24.40 per hour depending on experience, Whole Foods Market encourages employees to grow through comprehensive training and development opportunities. Maintenance team members help maintain the store’s appearance and functionality by tackling cleaning emergencies, conducting minor repairs, ordering supplies, and participating in various projects across departments. This position demands teamwork, sound communication skills, and a commitment to upholding safe work practices.

Whole Foods Market supports its employees with competitive benefits known as "Whole Benefits," which include eligibility for store discounts, paid time off, wellness programs, and financial support among other perks. The company is deeply committed to fair employment practices and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to succeed. For those who complete their first 90 days successfully, there is potential for a base rate increase, reflecting the company's investment in employee retention and satisfaction.

Overall, a career at Whole Foods Market means being part of a visionary grocery retailer dedicated to making a difference locally and globally. Maintenance workers are vital contributors to this mission, ensuring that customers and team members experience a clean, safe, and welcoming shopping environment every day. By joining the team, you not only secure a stable job with growth potential and benefits but also become part of a company that values community impact, sustainability, and personal fulfillment.

Job Requirements

  • No prior retail experience required
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
  • Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • Work requires bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
  • Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • Exposure to temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Ability to work in a wet and cold environment
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Ability to use tools and equipment such as box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to handle unpleasant tasks with a positive attitude
  • Demonstrates concern for the overall appearance of the store
  • Knowledge of Whole Foods Market culture, quality standards, core values, and products
  • Demonstrates a passion for cleanliness
  • Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
  • Ability to follow instructions and established procedures
  • Ability to maintain professional and appropriate conduct
  • Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow team members, customers, and vendors
  • Ability to follow directions and procedures
  • Effective time management and organization skills
  • Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
  • Understanding of and compliance with Whole Foods Market quality goals

Job Duties

  • Provides excellent maintenance service
  • Performs all duties on the daily and weekly maintenance lists
  • Supports all teams with cleaning projects
  • Performs minor repairs and improvements
  • Participates in ordering supplies required for store maintenance
  • Helps with cleaning emergencies
  • Helps maintain the store's landscaping and parking lot
  • Performs continual cleaning of all store departments
  • Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
  • Immediately reports safety hazards and violations
  • Performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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