What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Truck Wash Technician position at Knights Companies Inc?
Description
Purpose:
The Heavy Truck Wash Technician is responsible is responsible for cleaning, detailing, and maintaining redi-mix and tractor units to ensure all vehicles meet company standards for safety, appearance, and performance. This role plays a key part in supporting fleet readiness and presenting a professional image to customers and the public.
Essential Functions:
- Perform all job duties in accordance with company safety, environmental, and operational policies without exception.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
- Operate power wash equipment to clean redi-mix trucks and tractor units inside and out.
- Conduct routine maintenance and upkeep of wash equipment and work areas.
- Maintain a clean and organized wash area that reflects company standards.
- Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
- Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
- Report equipment malfunctions, damage, or maintenance needs promptly.
- Exhibit reliability, punctuality, and strong work ethic in all assigned duties.
- Uphold a service-oriented and team-focused attitude, promoting a positive work environment.
- Work safely and efficiently in outdoor conditions and varying weather.
- Demonstrate initiative in learning and applying best practices to continuously improve processes and performance.
- Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
- Prior experience in truck or heavy equipment cleaning, detailing, or maintenance preferred.
- Ability to operate power washing equipment safely and effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality work.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to perform physical labor, including standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving history.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. from floor to waist height.
- Ability to carry a minimum of 50 lbs. over a 5-foot span.
- Ability to push/pull a minimum of 50 lbs. across a 10-foot span.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 20 lbs. from waist to shoulder.
- Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to bend or twist body without restriction.
- Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.
- Ability to work in extreme weather, including but not limited to high heat, low temperature, and high sun environments.