Overview
PURPOSE:
To clean and sanitize harvesting equipment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Perform all functions of a sanitation employee.
- Maintain a safe and productive work environment.
- Wash down equipment using hoses, brushes and shovels.
- Apply proper cleaning chemical to appropriate surfaces and equipment.
- Perform general clean-up of facility and grounds.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by lead or supervisor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Ability to move about inside food processing facilities (sometimes through narrow passages, in wet areas, or on elevated platforms). Ability to continuously work with product and equipment at ground level and on uneven surfaces. Ability to inspect equipment and product before QA pre Op inspections. Ability to use required chemicals as indicated in the work instructions. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100° to 115° F and as cold as -30° F to 25° F). Must be able to work in a high noise area. Must be able to move items weighing up to 75 lbs.
Additional Info
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience with harvesting equipment.
- Must have efficient knowledge of company policies and experience on chemical usages.
- Must have the ability to keep all materials and/or chemicals organized and labeled properly.
- Maintain a safe and productive work environment.
- Have ability to safely operate heavy equipment, tractors, vehicles, and tools.
- Must have knowledge of and experience working with mechanical systems.
- Must have the ability to travel, 5 months out of the year, as required to: Yuma, Coachella and Westmorland. (Housing or housing allowance provided by the company).
- Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean DMV driving record.
- Must pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen, physical and functional capacity evaluation.
Benefits
HOURLY EMPLOYEES:
- Subsidized benefits package including Medical and Dental coverage
- Generous vision reimbursement allowance for each covered family member per calendar year
- 401(k) plan
- Paid Time Off/Paid Sick and Safe Time
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Discounted gym memberships with InShape health clubs
- Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California
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