Laborer (Pressure Washer)

About the Role

Harsco Environmental is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Pressure Washer / Industrial Laborer to join our team. This position is responsible for operating high-pressure washing equipment to clean heavy industrial equipment, plant areas, roadways, and work sites within a steel manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-pressure water blasting and pressure washing equipment to clean production areas, machinery, vehicles, and industrial surfaces.
• Remove dirt, scale, debris, slag, dust, and other materials from designated work areas.
• Assist with general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all Harsco Environmental and customer site safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct pre-shift inspections of equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Safely handle hoses, pumps, water systems, and related pressure washing equipment.
• Assist operations personnel with labor-intensive tasks as needed.
• Maintain awareness of surrounding equipment and vehicle traffic within the industrial environment.
• Wear and properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior industrial, construction, labor, pressure washing, or heavy equipment experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work safely in a heavy industrial environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Strong commitment to teamwork and safety.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work in dusty, noisy, hot, and physically demanding environments.
• Comfortable working around heavy machinery and mobile equipment.

Work Environment

• Steel mill and industrial production facilities.
• Exposure to heat, dust, noise, vibration, and changing weather conditions.
• Shift work, overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on operational needs.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, disability plans, and a 401k with company matching.

Note: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.