
Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Part Time Seasonal
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.50 - $25.40
Benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Financial wellness
Health and wellness support programs
Team member perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned specialty grocery retailer recognized for its commitment to natural and organic products. Established with a strong dedication to promoting healthier living and environmental sustainability, Whole Foods Market operates numerous stores across the United States and beyond, championing the cause of nourishing people and the planet. The company actively engages in initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to fresh and healthy food in underserved areas known as food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and fostering local and global community well-being. As a grocery store that goes beyond traditional retail, Whole Foods Market strives to create meaningful change and revolutionize the grocery industry through its strong ethical values and responsible business practices.
Whole Foods Market is currently seeking diligent and motivated individuals to join their team as Maintenance Associates. This role is critical in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of the store environment, encompassing the sales floor, seating areas, restrooms, back offices, landscaping, and parking lots. The position requires a strong commitment to upholding the company’s core values, quality standards, and safety regulations. Employees in this role will work collaboratively with various store teams to support cleaning and maintenance projects, perform minor repairs, and efficiently manage store supplies necessary for maintenance tasks. The Maintenance Associate ensures that all duties are performed in accordance with Whole Foods Market’s Standard Operating Procedures, contributing to a positive customer and team member experience.
The position is entry level, open to candidates without prior retail experience, and offers an hourly wage range of $18.50 to $25.40, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market provides extensive Whole Benefits, available to both full and part-time team members, including store discounts, paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial wellness support, and various other perks. Employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, a positive attitude towards challenging tasks, and a passion for cleanliness, all while thriving in a fast-paced environment. The role involves physical activities such as lifting up to 50 pounds, standing or walking for extended periods, and working with equipment including box cutters and electric pallet jacks. A flexible schedule accommodating nights, weekends, and holidays is required to meet the dynamic needs of the business.
This job represents an opportunity for individuals who want to contribute to a company focused on making a meaningful community impact while growing professionally in a supportive and values-driven environment. Whole Foods Market emphasizes fair and equal employment opportunities and actively encourages applications from diverse backgrounds. The company maintains rigorous hiring standards based on qualifications and business needs and provides clear pathways for career advancement for those who demonstrate successful performance and align with the company’s mission.
Whole Foods Market is currently seeking diligent and motivated individuals to join their team as Maintenance Associates. This role is critical in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of the store environment, encompassing the sales floor, seating areas, restrooms, back offices, landscaping, and parking lots. The position requires a strong commitment to upholding the company’s core values, quality standards, and safety regulations. Employees in this role will work collaboratively with various store teams to support cleaning and maintenance projects, perform minor repairs, and efficiently manage store supplies necessary for maintenance tasks. The Maintenance Associate ensures that all duties are performed in accordance with Whole Foods Market’s Standard Operating Procedures, contributing to a positive customer and team member experience.
The position is entry level, open to candidates without prior retail experience, and offers an hourly wage range of $18.50 to $25.40, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market provides extensive Whole Benefits, available to both full and part-time team members, including store discounts, paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial wellness support, and various other perks. Employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, a positive attitude towards challenging tasks, and a passion for cleanliness, all while thriving in a fast-paced environment. The role involves physical activities such as lifting up to 50 pounds, standing or walking for extended periods, and working with equipment including box cutters and electric pallet jacks. A flexible schedule accommodating nights, weekends, and holidays is required to meet the dynamic needs of the business.
This job represents an opportunity for individuals who want to contribute to a company focused on making a meaningful community impact while growing professionally in a supportive and values-driven environment. Whole Foods Market emphasizes fair and equal employment opportunities and actively encourages applications from diverse backgrounds. The company maintains rigorous hiring standards based on qualifications and business needs and provides clear pathways for career advancement for those who demonstrate successful performance and align with the company’s mission.
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Standing or walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- Hand use involving single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- Ability to perform motions including bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- Exposure to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), between 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), and above 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- Ability to work in wet and cold environments
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to use tools and equipment including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
Job Qualifications
- No prior retail experience required
- 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
- 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
- Effective time management and organization skills
- Strong work ethic
- 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
- Works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings
- 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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