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What they do
A Sanitation Specialist completes sanitation inspections and monitors sanitation practices for a company or government public health agency. Maintains cleanliness and equipment sanitation at a production facility, monitors safe storage of supplies, and inspects and monitors product safety. May inspect public and food service establishments and report on compliance with public health requirements, or advise on sanitation for public health initiatives.
$45,255 / year median in California
+14% projected growth
Job Description
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Matching
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discount
- Reduced Tuition Rates
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k)
- Pet Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Training
- Flexible Spending Account The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting.
Who We Are:
GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Why Work forGEO:
We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things. Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.Responsibilities Summary:
The Sanitation Officer is responsible for the security, inventory, and maintenance of facility cleaning equipment and agents. This position is also responsible for the proper usage and dispensation of cleaning agents within the facility. In addition, the Sanitation Officer oversees and monitors activities of detainees while enforcing and adhering to the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the company and contracting agency.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The Sanitation Officer ensures that cleaning agents and related items are stored in a secure but readily accessible area. Maintains written records of distributions of cleaning agents. Complies with sanitation policies and procedures of the company, facility, and contracting agency. The Sanitation Officer is responsible for cleaning and maintaining all sanitation equipment. Performs monthly inventory which includes a safety inspection of cleaning agents. Reports all missing and broken sanitation equipment immediately. Coordinates tool control with each area department. Maintains a master inventory of all tools utilized for sanitation purposes. The Sanitation Officer coordinates all replacements, additions, and deletions of sanitation equipment. Ensures proper disposal of all obsolete, broken or worn tools and records the disposal. Ensures all cleaning agents have proper identification sheets. The Sanitation Officer provides training and instruction in proper usage of cleaning agents and equipment, and associated safety precautions to staff. Performs other related duties as required and assigned.Qualifications Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent certification required. College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred. Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity preferred. Possession of applicable state requisites for employment. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours. Must be able to regularly report to work without being late. Work experience in a correctional setting preferred. May be required to possess valid state driver's license. Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff, possess a high tolerance to mental stress. GEO Secured ServicesBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 401(k) Plans