SANITATION/PORTER

The company is a retail store dedicated to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for customers and staff alike. It operates within strict guidelines to adhere to health department regulations and company standards. The organization values respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety, all of which play a critical role in delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining operational excellence.

This role is essential for ensuring that all areas of the store remain sanitary and safe, thereby supporting a positive shopping experience. The position involves routine cleaning and maintenance tasks, including managing exterior front entrances, sidewalks, and interior floor conditions. A significant emphasis is placed on safe food handling procedures to guarantee compliance with health standards. The role also includes providing courteous and effective customer service, aligning with the company’s commitment to core values.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for cleaning public restrooms, refilling dispensers, emptying trash, and performing minor maintenance on cleaning equipment and store facilities. Additionally, they may be tasked with tasks such as exterminating rodents and insects, dismantling and cleaning refrigerated cases, replacing light bulbs, and performing snow removal when necessary. This multifaceted role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.

Communicating effectively with store associates and customers is vital, along with the ability to handle conflict in a cooperative and nonconfrontational manner. This role demands integrity, especially when managing sensitive customer and business information. Employees in this position must be willing to follow directions carefully and seek support when needed to resolve issues promptly and professionally.

The company welcomes candidates who can provide support to diverse populations, including minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults. Flexibility and commitment to performing essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, are expected. The role underscores the significance of teamwork in a dynamic retail setting, ensuring that safety, sanitation, and customer satisfaction remain top priorities across all shifts.