General Laborer

About Degesch America, Inc.

DEGESCH America, Inc. (DAI) was founded in 1977 and is the United States arm of German-based Detia Degesch Group. Our corporate headquarters and production facility are situated in the Shenandoah Valley town of Weyers Cave, Virginia. This facility opened on March 15, 1979, and is the only producer of aluminum phosphide (Phostoxin ®) and magnesium phosphide (Magtoxin ®) fumigants in the United States. Through our nationwide network of Sales and Service Offices, we provide a wide range of fumigants, insecticides, rodenticides, grain protectants, safety equipment, and training to companies handling raw agricultural commodities and finished food products.

About the Role

As a General Laborer, you'll support commercial fumigation operations at a variety of sites, including port facilities, warehouses, agricultural facilities, industrial locations, and ocean-going vessels. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring adherence to company procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety standards. Successful candidates are dependable, able to work independently and as part of a team, and willing to work in a physically demanding environment. This position is offered as Part-Time, however, as we enter our busy season, there will be more hours available to flexible candidates.

Essential Duties

• Climb ladders, stairs, gangways, and elevated work areas on a regular basis
• Kneel, bend, reach, crouch, and crawl to inspect and treat vessels and structures
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds, including repetitive lifting when necessary
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Travel to customer locations throughout the region
• Respond to after-hours and weekend work assignments as business needs require
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain a TWIC card
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to follow instructions and safely perform assigned duties

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling opportunities
• Career advancement potential
• Training, licensing and certification opportunities, including CDL advancement
• Opportunity to work in a specialized industry with a long-established company
• Direct path to increased earnings—employees who obtain industry licenses, certifications, and/or a CDL are eligible for pay increases, with additional opportunities for career growth and advancement as they build their skills and qualifications