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The Maschhoffs

Powerwasher (Paxton, NE)

The Maschhoffs, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

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Paxton Truckwash 2131 East HWY 30 Paxton, NE 69155, USA

The Maschhoffs, the largest family‑owned hog production network in North America, is currently hiring a day shift Power Washer at the Paxton NE Truck Wash.

Job Duties & Accountabilities

Flush the inside of a livestock trailer using a 1” high volume hose.

Power wash the entire trailer including gates, ramps, ceilings, I‑beams and floors with a turbo tip power washer.

Inspect the truck/trailers for cleanliness and any defects that may affect the safety of the animals and report any defects to the Truck wash Supervisor.

Comply with all company requirements on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Report all accidents and/or work‑related injuries (regardless of severity) to the appropriate manager including Safety Team. Effectively communicate with team members and managers.

Effectively communicate with team members and managers.

Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

Personnel may spend 20% to 40% of their time outdoors exposed to potentially difficult environmental conditions.

Personnel may spend 80% to 90% of their time kneeling or stooping over.

Personnel may be subject to irregular work schedules, temperature and weather extremes, tight schedules, and other stresses related to washing large commercial motor vehicles.

While washing, operators are exposed to noise and vibration levels that may be higher than those typically experienced in normal conditions.

Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or G.E.D. is required.

No experience required. One year power washing experience is a plus.

Compensation Targeted pay range of $16.50-$19.27 USD per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits The Maschhoffs offers full‑time regular employees a comprehensive benefits package including:

Your choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) plan.

Two options for dental coverage, both of which cover three main types of expenses and cover preventative care at 100%.

Complimentary Basic Life Insurance as well as voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance policies.

Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, at no cost to the employee.

A traditional pre‑tax 401(k) plan as well as a Roth 40(k) plan. The Company matches the first 4% of employee contributions, which is immediately vested.

A generous paid time off program, including a life event day and volunteer day each year for full‑time employees.

Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI) where payments are dependent upon several company factors/metrics.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of:

Bio‑Security precautions relating to pork production facilities.

Transport power washer SOP.

Skill in:

Washing equipment with high powered washers

Hooking/unhooking various commercial Trucks/trailer units raise and lower the landing gear, operate the 5th wheel release lever.

Climbing ladders of different design to access locations.

Manually handling material and equipment requiring a lifting/handling force up to 50‑75 pounds.

Ability to:

Lift & pull up to 50 to 75 pounds

Handle exposure to dust, noise, odors, and temperature extremes.

Operate power washer

Stand / stoop and remain alert for an aggregate period of up to 11 hours with a 1 hour break.

Perform squatting, kneeling, bending and climbing during the wash process.

Properly enter and exit the vehicle’s 10 to 20 times per day. Trailer exit and entry is achieved with the assistance of various configurations of steps and handholds.

Use a shovel to move and/or clean a load of material.

Occasionally reach above shoulder level, at waist level, and below waist level for manoeuvring and directing the controls.

Spend at least 10% of the day standing and 90% of the day working on surfaces such as concrete, metal and on slippery and wet surfaces.

Physical Demands Physical demands include visual activity, hearing, speaking, climbing, heavy lifting, manual dexterity, pushing/pulling, standing, walking. Tasks require lifting and pulling up to 75 lbs, frequent standing, kneeling, exposure to noise and temperature extremes, and a workday of up to 11 hours.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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