Sanitation Technician in Tracy, CA from Costco Wholesale Meat Plant Tracy, US

Costco Wholesale Meats – The Costco meat plant in Tracy, CA is now hiring for a Sanitation Technician.At Costco, our employees are our most important asset. We believe we have the very best employees in the industry, and we are committed to providing them with rewarding challenges and ample opportunities for personal and career growth. We pledge to provide our employees with:Competitive wagesGreat benefitsA safe and healthy work environmentChallenging and fun workCareer opportunitiesAn atmosphere free from harassment or discriminationAn Open Door Policy that allows access to ascending levels of management to resolve issuesOpportunities to give back to their communities through volunteerism and fund-raisingGeneral ResponsibilitiesBe directly responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the processing plant and equipment equipmentClean large food processing equipment; Chemicals will be used during the sanitation processResponsible for operation of sanitation equipment such as the pressure washerWash and sanitize using proper cleaning proceduresClean and sanitize food processing equipment, roof, fans, ceilings, walls and floors using specific procedures as directedUse all proper cleaning procedures so that it meets Costco and USDA, FSIS standardsAssist in reassembling equipment when necessaryMonitor and document chemical concentrations to ensure proper cleaning of equipmentFollow all safety policies and procedures at all timesWork ScheduleFull-time position, Hourly (non-exempt)Salary: $16.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)Approx. Hours: 9:45 pm to 6:15 am; some overtime as needed (start times may vary)5 nights per week (Monday through Friday) or (Sunday through Thursday), may require rotating schedule and/or alternating days offWeekend and holiday availability requiredQualificationsHigh school diploma or GEDOne (1) year experience working in a meat facility or similar responsibilitiesOne (1) year Sanitation or Janitorial experience, preferably in a food processing plantAbility to read chemical labels and follow safe handling procedures for all chemicals used in cleaning activitiesPhysical Demands/RequirementsAbility to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.Ability to climb tall ladders and not be afraid of heightsAbility to withstand varied environmental conditions, such as cold and heat, extreme wet, within closed surroundingsWill work in an environment that is wet, damp, and humid; will undergo temperature changes from hot to coldWill wear rain gear while hosing down equipmentExposure to chemical cleaning solution (with protective gear)Production rooms are warm when cleaning them: 70-80 degreesOccasional work assignments in temperatures as low as 34 degrees FahrenheitPosition requires frequent lifting, standing, reaching, climbing, pulling, stooping, bending, and kneelingMaintain constant mental focus and constantly be aware of surroundingsCostco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or veteran status, disability, medical condition, sex, or age (as defined by applicable law).Any offer of employment by Costco may be contingent upon passing a background check, and drug screen.To apply please submit resume and complete online application at www.costco.com (Apply to 17880 West Schulte Road, Tracy CA 95377)