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Janitor

Aurora, OR

The Aurora site opened in 1997, and is located just 30 minutes south of Portland, Oregon in the beautiful Willamette Valley. The site has 37 acres of greenhouse and 3 acres of field space. In 2013, we added a 3-acre State-of-the-art glass greenhouse which has allowed the facility to repurpose 40,000 gallons of water every day helping to reduce our carbon footprint.

JOB SUMMARY


Janitorial staff is responsible in maintaining the facility clean, organized, and common areas disinfected.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS


  • Perform general cleaning and janitorial duties for all common areas.
  • Submit Limble work orders for repairs.
  • Report any safety hazards & attend safety meetings.
  • Collaborate with Safety CI coach for Fire extinguishers checks.
  • Maintain Janitorial inventory count.
  • Operate sweeper equipment.
  • First Aid supply orders
  • Maintain outdoor grounds, cut grass, and pull weeds as needed.
  • Assist with other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES


  • Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.
  • Self -motivated, positive attitude.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  • Knowledge of department hazards & safety rules.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE


  • Good communication skills.
  • Knowledge of cleaning chemicals.
  • Must be dependable and have reliable transportation.
  • Bilingual preferred in Spanish & English.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
  • Work in both an office and warehouse environment.
  • Walking, reaching, lifting, and climbing stairs.

PAY RANGE


$15.50-$17.50

  • $17-$18.50 Per Hour
  • $21.00 - $23.00

BENEFITS STATEMENT

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including immediate PTO accrual, Medical, Dental and Vision after 30 days, plus matching 401(k) and Company-Paid LTD after one year.

MORE THAN A JOB

Smith Gardens is in the Top 10 Privately Owned Companies in Whatcom County. Our business is growing, so you can find career opportunities that match your goals and fuel your passion. Plus, we promote from within every chance we get!

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Smith Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion,transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. To make this request please email humanresources@smithgardens.com

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