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
