Utility Worker

Darling Ingredients; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Utility Worker to ensure the efficient loading and unloading of materials while maintaining a clean and safe environment. This role involves using various hand and power tools, operating company vehicles, and performing general labor tasks. Ideal candidates should have a strong focus on safety and the ability to follow directions. Join a team that values hard work and commitment to excellence in a dynamic work environment that requires adaptability to varying temperatures. This is a great opportunity for those looking to start their career in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Manufacturing or agricultural experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload raw materials and finished products.
• Maintain cleanliness of plant and equipment.
• Perform general labor tasks including vehicle washing.

Skills

General Labor

Use of Hand Tools

Use of Power Tools

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Standard Hand Tools

Power Tools

Company Vehicles

Job description

Job Summary

The Utility Worker is responsible for loading and unloading of raw material/finished product as well as cleanliness of plant and equipment.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Uses high pressure hose to wash parking lot, plant equipment, and surrounding areas of plant including spilled material on lot.
• Paints and washes plant equipment and building fixtures as necessary.
• Required to use standard hand tools (hammer, screw driver, wrenches, etc.) and power tools (drills, impact drivers, saws, etc.)
• Operates company vehicles around plant and property.
• Ensures steady flow of raw material from trailers to dock in safe and efficient manner.
• Checks and reports condition of raw material load and truck interior.
• Performs a variety of general labor tasks including janitorial cleaning and vehicle washing.
• Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
• A CDL "B" license with tanker endorsement is a plus.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in a facility which requires tolerance for high heat and/or cold temperatures.

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