Environmental Service Professional / Custodian

Fiddlehead Brewing Company, located in Shelburne, Vermont is a brewer owned business. We have a simple approach: make great beer, insist on quality, hire passionate people, and ensure the beer is fresh on tap or in a cooler near you. Available in Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware, Fiddlehead ended 2023 as the 28th largest producer of craft beer and in 2024 we sold more than 100,000 barrels of beer. In 2022, Fiddlehead was awarded Brewbound's Craft Brewery of the Year.

As we continue to grow, we are looking to hire a new Environmental Services Professional/Custodian

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Environmental Service Professional / Custodian to join our team here at Fiddlehead Brewing Company. As part of our operations team, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment throughout our brewery facility. You will ensure that both production areas and administrative spaces adhere to the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety.

This role plays a key part in upholding the brewery’s reputation for quality and excellence, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for staff and visitors and a safe, hygienic workspace for our team.

Key Responsibilities:

Facility Cleaning and Maintenance

• Clean and sanitize production areas, including tanks and floors, ensuring compliance with brewery-specific health and safety standards.
• Regularly clean and maintain administrative and break areas, such as offices, waiting areas, conference rooms, breakrooms, and bathrooms, ensuring an inviting environment for guests.
• Wipe down surfaces, empty trash bins, and ensure all areas are stocked with necessary supplies (e.g., soap, paper towels).
• Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces to prevent cross-contamination, especially in areas where food and beverages are prepared and served.

Waste Management and Sustainability

• Collect and dispose of waste and recyclables according to environmental and sustainability guidelines.
• Assist in managing and reducing waste, following proper disposal methods for brewery byproducts.
• Support the brewery’s sustainability initiatives by helping to implement waste reduction practices, including recycling programs.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure that all cleaning materials and chemicals are properly stored, labeled, and used according to safety guidelines.
• Follow OSHA and brewery-specific safety protocols to maintain a hazard-free environment.
• Report any safety hazards, spills, or maintenance issues promptly to the Facilities Manager.

Equipment Maintenance

• Maintain cleaning equipment (vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers, etc.) and notify management of any issues with tools or machinery.
• Use appropriate cleaning chemicals and equipment for different surfaces and areas, ensuring proper functionality and appearance.

General Support

• Assist with setting up and breaking down brewery events or large gatherings in public spaces.
• Provide support during routine inspections, including health and safety audits.
• Provide assistance to the maintenance team with general building related maintenance tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned to support daily brewery operations.

Qualifications

Experience:

• Previous custodial or environmental services experience, preferably in a manufacturing, food service, or business environment, where health and safety standards are high, such as a healthcare facility or school.
• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals, tools, and safety protocols.
• Experience in waste management and sustainability practices is a plus.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Basic knowledge of safety and sanitation practices..
• Physical stamina to perform cleaning duties, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and safely.
• Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment and stand for long periods.
• Ability to perform cleaning tasks that may involve exposure to various chemicals and cleaning agents.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced and dynamic brewery and office setting.
• Exposure to a variety of brewery equipment, cleaning chemicals, and working conditions.
• Must be able to handle fluctuating temperatures depending on the area of the brewery, including cooler and warmer spaces.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Ability to set a schedule that works for you- the right candidate will have the ability to work with leadership to set work schedule.
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Short- Term Disability insurance

Fiddlehead Brewing Company values diversity and promotes an inclusive environment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Shelburne, VT 05482: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $30