Equipment Cleaner

Position Summary

The Equipment Cleaner is responsible for cleaning, detailing, and preparing heavy equipment, trucks, and support vehicles for service, inspection, and deployment. This entry-level role supports daily shop and yard operations, helping ensure equipment readiness, organization, and a safe working environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean and detail heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, and support vehicles using pressure washers, steam cleaners, and appropriate cleaning agents.
• Remove mud, grease, oil, asphalt, and debris to prepare equipment for service, inspection, or use.
• Clean components including engine bays, undercarriages, radiators, and operator cabs.
• Apply cleaning products and corrosion inhibitors in accordance with safety and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain wash bay equipment and ensure the area remains clean, organized, and fully operational.
• Assist mechanics with basic tasks such as cleaning work areas, removing components, and organizing tools and materials.
• Support movement of equipment, attachments, and materials within the yard (training and certification provided as required).
• Organize parts, hoses, and equipment in designated storage locations.
• Dispose of waste materials, including fluids and scrap, in accordance with environmental policies.
• Maintain overall yard cleanliness and organization, including debris removal and proper equipment staging.
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable OSHA/MSHA regulations, including proper use of PPE and safe chemical handling.
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards related to wash water containment and disposal.
• Identify and report spills, leaks, or unsafe conditions promptly.
• Participate in safety meetings and ongoing training initiatives.
• Assist with equipment staging, trailer loading, and general yard support activities.
• Support seasonal maintenance tasks such as snow removal or site preparation.
• Assist with inventory handling, tagging, and tracking of equipment and materials.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support shop and operational needs.

Required Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in a shop, yard, or industrial environment (training provided).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to safely operate pressure washers and basic hand tools.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and maintaining a clean work environment.

Preferred Experience

• CDL-B or willingness to obtain.
• Experience working with heavy equipment, trucks, or mechanical systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and tools requiring coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work in wet, dirty, and physically demanding conditions.
• Required use of PPE (hard hat, safety vest, steel‑toe boots) in operational areas.

Work Environment

• Primarily based in a shop and equipment yard environment.
• Exposure to noise, machinery, moving equipment, and varying weather conditions.
• Work performed in outdoor and partially covered environments, depending on tasks.
• Safety-focused, team-oriented workplace with regular coordination across operations.

What We Offer

• Holidays and paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance with additional coverage options available through AFLAC
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 8% company match
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Fund
• Emergency Service Worker bonus
• 15% Carhartt discount for all NY employees
• Employee-owned company investment opportunities