Wash Bay Associate

Imler; Duncansville (Blair County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Imler is seeking a Wash Bay Associate to maintain cleanliness and sanitation of trucks, trailers, and wash bay areas. The role ensures equipment is clean and ready for daily operations while following safety and sanitation procedures.

Essential tasks include washing and sanitizing vehicles, safely operating cleaning gear, disposing of waste, inspecting for standards, and reporting issues to supervision. The position works in a wet environment with PPE and may involve other warehouse duties.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Safely operate cleaning and wash bay equipment.
• Prior sanitation, warehouse, or commercial vehicle washing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize interiors and exteriors of trucks and trailers.
• Remove dirt, debris, food residue, grease, and other materials from equipment and surfaces.
• Operate pressure washers, hoses, sprayers, and other cleaning equipment safely.
• Use cleaning chemicals and sanitizers according to procedures.
• Sweep, scrub, rinse, and clean truck and trailer floors and walls.
• Maintain a clean wash bay and surrounding area.
• Dispose of trash, debris, and waste properly.
• Inspect cleaned equipment for sanitation standards.
• Report damaged equipment or safety hazards to a supervisor.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, and food safety policies.
• Wear required non-slip shoes.
• Assist with other warehouse or general labor duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Punctuality

Equipment operation

Job description

Description

The Wash Bay Associate is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of company trucks, trailers, equipment, and designated wash bay areas. This position helps ensure equipment is clean, sanitary, and ready for daily operations while following company safety, sanitation, and food safety procedures.

Requirements

Essential Functions

• Wash and sanitize the interior and exterior of company trucks and trailers as assigned.
• Remove dirt, debris, food residue, grease, and other materials from equipment and surfaces.
• Operate pressure washers, hoses, sprayers, and other cleaning equipment safely.
• Use cleaning chemicals and sanitizers according to company procedures and manufacturer instructions.
• Sweep, scrub, rinse, and clean truck and trailer floors, walls, doors, and other surfaces.
• Maintain a clean and organized wash bay and surrounding work area.
• Properly dispose of trash, debris, and other waste.
• Inspect cleaned equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards have been met.
• Report damaged equipment, safety hazards, leaks, or other concerns to a supervisor.
• Follow all company safety, SQF, sanitation, and food safety policies and procedures.
• Wear required non-slip shoes
• Assist with other warehouse, sanitation, or general labor duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements

Employees must be able to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently bend, stoop, squat, reach, push, pull, and twist.
• Regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Safely climb in and out of trucks and trailers.
• Work around wet and slippery surfaces.
• Work in hot, cold, wet, and changing temperature conditions.
• Safely handle cleaning chemicals and sanitation products while wearing required PPE.
• Perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable attendance and ability to report to work as scheduled.
• Ability to safely operate cleaning and wash bay equipment.
• Previous sanitation, warehouse, or commercial vehicle washing experience is preferred but not required.
• Must follow all company safety, sanitation, and food safety requirements.

Work Environment

This position is performed primarily in a wet wash bay environment and may involve exposure to water, cleaning chemicals, varying temperatures, vehicle traffic, noise, and slippery surfaces. Appropriate PPE and safe work practices must be followed at all times.