Sanitation Lead

Sanitation Team Lead (1st Shift)

Pay: $20.50/hour
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (4-day work week, 10-hour shifts)

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Sanitation Team Lead to support daily operations in a fast-paced industrial environment. This role is ideal for someone with prior leadership experience in warehouse, sanitation, janitorial, or industrial cleaning settings who is comfortable overseeing a small team and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety.

• Support the Supervisor with daily sanitation operations
• Provide direction and leadership to a team of 4–6 employees
• Monitor workflow, productivity, and employee performance
• Communicate daily priorities and ensure tasks are completed efficiently
• Inspect assigned areas to ensure cleanliness and compliance with standards
• Ensure proper chemical usage and handling procedures
• Maintain and enforce safety and sanitation protocols
• Address and resolve issues in real time
• Assist with training and guiding team members as needed

• Previous team lead or leadership experience required
• Background in sanitation, janitorial, warehouse, or industrial cleaning preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to lead by example and work hands-on with the team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically active environment
• Reliable and able to commit to a 6:00 AM start time

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYER:

Surge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Surge is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.