Powerwasher (Jacksonville, IL)

About the role

Position is located at the Jacksonville, IL Truck Wash. Personnel may spend 20% to 40% of their time outdoors exposed to potentially difficult environmental conditions, 80% to 90% of their time kneeling or stooping, and are subject to irregular work schedules, temperature and weather extremes, tight deadlines, and other stresses related to washing large commercial motor vehicles. Operators are exposed to elevated noise and vibration levels while washing.

Responsibilities

• Flush the inside of livestock trailers using a 1” high-volume hose.
• Power wash entire trailers including gates, ramps, ceilings, I-beams, and floors with a turbo-tip power washer.
• Inspect trucks/trailers for cleanliness and any defects that may affect animal safety; report defects to the Truck Wash Supervisor.
• Comply with all company requirements on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report all accidents and/or work-related injuries (regardless of severity) to the appropriate manager, including the Safety Team.
• Communicate effectively with team members and managers.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. is required.
• No prior experience required; one year of power washing experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of bio-security precautions relating to pork production facilities and transport power washer SOP.
• Skill in washing equipment with high-powered washers, hooking/unhooking various commercial trucks/trailer units, operating landing gear and 5th wheel release lever, climbing ladders of different designs, and manually handling material and equipment requiring a lifting/handling force up to 50–75 pounds.
• Ability to:
  • Lift and pull up to 50–75 pounds.
  • Handle exposure to dust, noise, odors, and temperature extremes.
  • Operate a power washer while standing, stooping, and remaining alert for up to 11 hours with a 1-hour break.
  • Perform squatting, kneeling, bending, and climbing during the wash process.
  • Properly enter and exit vehicles 10–20 times per day using various step and handhold configurations.
  • Use a shovel to move and/or clean material.
  • Reach above shoulder level, at waist level, and below waist level for maneuvering and directing controls.
  • Spend at least 10% of the day standing and 90% working on surfaces such as concrete, metal, and slippery/wet surfaces.

Physical Demands

Activity Under 20% 20% to 40% 41% to 70% Over 70% Visual Activity (Seeing) X Hearing* X Speaking* X Climbing X Heavy Lifting X Manual Dexterity X Pushing/Pulling X Standing X Walking X

*Includes telephone communication.

Pay

Targeted pay range of $17.50–$19.27 USD per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).
• Two dental coverage options, both covering three main types of expenses and preventative care at 100%.
• Group-rate vision benefits.
• Complimentary Basic Life Insurance, plus voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage at no cost to the employee.
• Traditional pre-tax 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans with a Company match of the first 4% of employee contributions (immediately vested).
• Generous paid time off program, including a life event day and volunteer day each year for full-time employees.
• Participation in a Company Short-Term Incentive Plan (STI) with payments dependent on company performance metrics.