Truck Wash- Utility

seaboardfoodscareers; Bloomfield (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Wellness program

Pork discount

Job summary

Seaboard Foods in Bloomfield, IA is seeking a Truck Wash Utility to support transportation and wash operations, including sanitation, reclaim, and biosecurity tasks, helping fleet operations run smoothly and keeping animal and employee safety a priority.

Responsibilities include cleaning trailers, loading woodchips, operating skid steers, pressure washing trucks, inspecting equipment, and following wash schedules with PPE and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; or 1–3 months related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read simple instructions and memos; basic writing preferred.
• Ability to apply basic math to practical tasks.
• Ability to follow various written or schedule-based instructions.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect livestock trailers by shoveling manure and woodchips, flushing, and pressure washing with hot water.
• Unload woodchips and pallets from trailers using pallet jacks and skid steers.
• Operate skid steers to remove woodchips and maintain floor drain pits.
• Pressure wash and disinfect trucks, reclaim units, farm equipment, and maintenance gear.
• Conduct daily inspections of equipment and report defects.
• Monitor wash equipment and PPE, report discrepancies to the Crew Lead.
• Drive trucks to locations, load/unload materials, inspect vehicles before and after trips.
• Follow wash schedules and safety procedures, including PPE usage.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Math concepts

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Pressure washer

Skid steer

Job description

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting Truck Wash Utility opportunity in our Bloomfield Truck Wash. The Truck Wash Utility will support both transportation and truck wash operations by combining professional driving responsibilities with essential sanitation, reclaim, and biosecurity functions. Individuals in this role play a key part in efficient fleet operations and overall animal and employee safety within Live Operations.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork, and connecting every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh®pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the “Best Places to Work” by Kansas City’s Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.

• Clean and disinfect livestock trailers by shoveling manure and woodchips, flushing, and pressure washing with hot water.
• Unload woodchips and palletized materials from trailers using pallet jacks and skid steers.
• Operate skid steers to remove woodchips, unload pallets, and maintain floor drain pits.
• Pressure wash and disinfect trucks, mortality reclaim units, farm equipment, and maintenance equipment as assigned.
• Conduct daily inspections of skid steers and shag trucks, reporting equipment defects and maintenance concerns.
• Monitor truck wash equipment and PPE, reporting discrepancies to the Truck Wash Crew Lead.
• Operate bio-dry facilities and follow established wash schedules in compliance with company procedures.
• Drive trucks to designated locations, load and unload materials, and inspect vehicles before and after trips to ensure safe operation.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES:

instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence preferred.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations preferred.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

SCHEDULE

• Based on operational needs

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility.
• The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 - 50 pounds.
• Spending a significant portion of time outside, at times in inclement conditions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits after 90 days
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays- Live Operations
• Earned Time Off & Company Holidays- Plant Operations
• Wellness Program
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site:

https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual, and any other status protected by law.