Sanitation Worker - 3rd Shift

Company: Aerotek
Location: Vista
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Sanitation Worker - 3rd Shift Job Description As a Sanitation Worker on the 3rd shift, you will play a critical role in ensuring a clean and safe production environment. Your work will involve cleaning and sanitizing the production facility and equipment in compliance with food safety guidelines, dismantling and reassembling equipment, and handling chemicals responsibly. Responsibilities Clean and sanitize the production facility and equipment according to food safety guidelines. Dismantle and reassemble production equipment for thorough cleaning. Use chemicals in proper concentration as per company guidelines. Properly label and maintain all chemicals for safety and compliance. Disconnect machinery power source for safe repair and maintenance. Remove garbage from the building and transport it to the dumpster. Maintain housekeeping standards in the production plant and warehouse. Follow company safety guidelines and Good Manufacturing Practices. Essential Skills Experience in packaging, picking, and production operations. Ability to operate machinery and ensure the quality and conformity of packaged products. Proficiency in assembling and configuring machines according to specifications. Additional Skills & Qualifications Comfortable working 6 days a week, including Saturdays. Adaptability to work in a cold environment, around 40 degrees. Willingness to work overtime as needed. Why Work Here? This role offers an opportunity for direct placement after 90 days and access to benefits such as Blue Shield upon conversion. Enjoy the chance to earn additional income with one full day of overtime available weekly. Work Environment The work environment is cold, with temperatures around 40 degrees, and involves exposure to food odors and wet, slippery floors. The company provides protective gear including hair nets, gowns, gloves (two kinds for warmth), and boots (one-size-fits-all, which may fit big). Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of VISTA, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.60 - $20.60/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in VISTA,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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