Wash Rack Associate

HOLT Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLT Group in Austin is seeking a Wash Rack Associate to safely wash and clean inventory, following established guidelines. This role supports yard operations and helps prepare equipment for shipping, inspection, or repair.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience. You must be comfortable using pressure washers, handling heavy items, and adhering to safety policies daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of related work experience preferred.
• Ability to operate pressure washers and related cleaning tools.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Washes and cleans machines, worktools or items using pressure washers and cleaning agents.
• Disposes of waste and maintains wash rack in line with environmental standards.
• Documents equipment condition before and after cleaning; notes issues or repairs.
• Supports yard operations including loading/unloading of equipment.

Skills

Machine operation

Pressure washer use

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Written & verbal comms

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pressure washer

Job description

Wash Rack Associate

Department: Machine Division (MAC)

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Austin

Description

The Wash Rack Associate is responsible for safely washing and cleaning of inventory. This position relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Additionally, this position serves as local support for the yard operations team.

The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis:

• Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values
• Collaborate with key internal/external resources
• Participate in ongoing self-development

Essential Functions

• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Washes and cleans machines, worktools or other items as necessary to prepare for shipping, inspection, or repair. Using pressure washers, hoses and cleaning agents to remove dirt, grease, and other contaminants
• Waste disposal – ensures proper disposal of waste materials generated during the cleaning process; Maintains wash rack in alignment with environmental standards
• Documents the condition of equipment before and after cleaning, noting any issues or repairs needed
• Assists with equipment demonstrations and loading and unloading of equipment
• Completes and stays up to date on monthly safety trainings
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned to include serving as support for the yard operations team

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of machines and their operations
• General knowledge of pressure washer uses and maintenance
• First-class attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills
• Quality control analysis skills to evaluate cleanliness of assets
• Equipment selection skills - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to perform the job
• The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions
• The ability to read, listen, and understand information and ideas presented in writing and spoken words or sentences

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• One or more years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Travel

• Some overnight travel is required
• Valid Driver’s License

Physical Requirements

• This position involves extended periods on their feet
• This role frequently communicates with others, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina
• Prolonged periods standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, bending, crouching, and twisting
• Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ascend/descend with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climb up and down ladders
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work

Work Environment

• Regularly works outdoors around moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity
• Noise level may be loud at times
• Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, steam, high-pressure water, and high speed rotating equipment
• Requires wearing proper protective and safety equipment (PPE)
• Significant time spent in confined spaces and/or high places
• Frequently works at fast pace with unscheduled interruptions

Disclaimer: Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.