Janitor

Story Cannabis
Abell, MD

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with prior manufacturing or food production sanitation experience working in a regulated cannabis industry setting.

Best fit for

  • Individuals with prior experience in manufacturing or food production sanitation environments
    — “Previous janitorial, custodial, or sanitation experience (manufacturing or food production environment preferred).”
  • Candidates who can demonstrate reliability and adherence to strict protocols
    — “Strong attention to detail and reliability.”
  • Those capable of working in a physically demanding environment with potential exposure to allergens
    — “Potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.”

Things to consider

  • Must be at least 21 years old and pass a state-required cannabis background check
    — “Must be at least 21 years of age and able to obtain/maintain all state-required cannabis badging, which includes a pre-employment background check.”
  • Requires ability to lift and handle heavy objects regularly
    — “Must have the ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with compliance documentation and protocol adherence in your resume
    — “Document cleaning activities as required for compliance logs and audits.”
  • Emphasize your ability to work in a team-oriented environment with production staff
    — “Work closely with the production team to minimize contamination risks and maintain hygiene standards.”
  • Showcase your familiarity with handling cleaning chemicals and equipment safely
    — “Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals and handling procedures.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • maintain a clean, safe, and compliant environment
  • support deep-cleaning and sanitation schedules
Typical background
previous janitorial, custodial, or sanitation experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Cleaning And SanitationFacility MaintenanceSafety Protocols

Preferred

Manufacturing Or Food Production Environment Experience

Stack & domain

JanitorialCustodialSanitationCleaning ChemicalsHandling ProceduresAttention To DetailReliabilityManufacturingFood Production

About the role

Original posting from Story Cannabis via Greenhouse

Our Story:

Story Cannabis was built by misfits on a mission — people bold enough to shift the cannabis narrative and create something better. Founded in 2021 by industry veterans, Story is a vertically integrated company headquartered in Phoenix, operating across Arizona, Maryland, Ohio, and Louisiana, and we’re just getting started.

Our vision is to bring hope, happiness, and healing to the world through cannabis, and we’re doing it one state, one store, and one customer at a time.

Leadership defines how we show up. Data drives how we grow. Gratitude keeps us grounded. Unity fuels our momentum. And growth, in every sense, inspires everything we do.

If you’re ready to challenge what’s expected and shape the future of cannabis, your next chapter starts with Story.

Overview:

We’re looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Janitor to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant environment in our cannabis manufacturing facility. This role is essential to ensuring that production areas meet strict cleanliness and safety standards required by state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities:

Clean and sanitize all facility areas including production rooms, offices, restrooms, break areas, and storage spaces.

Perform routine cleaning of floors, walls, equipment exteriors, and surfaces.

Collect and dispose of waste, recyclables, and compostable materials according to facility protocols.

Support deep-cleaning and sanitation schedules for processing and packaging areas.

Refill and restock cleaning supplies and sanitation materials.

Safely handle and store cleaning chemicals and sanitation equipment.

Document cleaning activities as required for compliance logs and audits.

Work closely with the production team to minimize contamination risks and maintain hygiene standards.

Immediately report any maintenance issues, spills, or safety concerns to the supervisor.

Qualifications & Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required.

Previous janitorial, custodial, or sanitation experience (manufacturing or food production environment preferred).

Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals and handling procedures.

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Must be at least 21 years of age and able to obtain/maintain all state-required cannabis badging, which includes a pre-employment background check.

Must possess a valid driver’s license or state ID card.

Physical Requirements & Working Environment:

Must be capable of sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, bending, or walking for long durations.

Must have the ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Allergen warnings - Potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.

May require daily use of provided PPE.

Maryland Pay Range$17—$17 USDOur Benefits:

Paid time off (PTO) including 8 paid holidays per year*

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*

401k retirement savings plan*

Company paid Short-Term & Long-Term disability*

Company paid Life Insurance*

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee referral program

Commuter benefits*

Product discounts

Additional compensation incentives (tips, bonuses, etc.)

*For full-time positions only

We want our story to be one that fosters an inclusive culture and provides an enriching employee experience. As an equal-opportunity employer, we embrace individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all individuals, including those who may have encountered legal issues related to previous marijuana laws. We understand that these laws have disproportionately impacted certain communities and individuals. We are committed to considering all candidates based on their qualifications, skills, and potential to contribute to our team, rather than focusing solely on past legal encounters. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with past involvement with the legal system, to apply for positions within our organization.

Source: Story Cannabis careers (Greenhouse)

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