Truck & Trailer Wash Technician — On-Call, Relocation

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Waverly (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

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Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is hiring a Sanitation Associate at our Virginia facility. You will wash and sanitize trucks, trailers, cars, and equipment while adhering to IPS safety standards and company policies. The role includes heavy lifting, on-call emergencies, and weekend/evening/holiday shifts.

Compensation starts at $16.70 per hour, with an increase to $18.75 per hour after three months of employment, and a requirement to average around 60 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to do hard physical labor.
• Strong commitment to teamwork.
• Ability to follow instructions and deal with standardized situations.
• Must be able to work an average 60 hour week, which can vary frequently.
• Weekend, evening, and holiday work required as needed.
• Must be on call to work in emergency situations to include but not limited to, power outages or personnel shortages.
• Ability to operate a tractor trailer inside the truck yard.
• Backing skills required to move trailers in and out of the wash bays.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Washes and sanitizes trucks and trailers.
• Cleans interiors and exteriors of cars and pickup trucks when required.
• Maintains washing equipment by properly cleaning and storing equipment.
• Follows the safety requirements of the Injury Prevention System (IPS).
• Abides by all company policies, procedures and guidelines as directed by management.
• Flexibility with a willingness to change plans according to the direction of management.
• Works as a team player by accomplishing daily department work requirements and goals.
• Assists with facility and equipment maintenance.
• Reports all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.
• Reads and understands the company’s emergency notification process and how it applies to their specific worksite.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is hiring a Sanitation Associate at our Virginia facility. You will wash and sanitize trucks, trailers, cars, and equipment while adhering to IPS safety standards and company policies. The role includes heavy lifting, on-call emergencies, and weekend/evening/holiday shifts.

Compensation starts at $16.70 per hour, with an increase to $18.75 per hour after three months of employment, and a requirement to average around 60 hours per week.