Barge Cleaner - New Johnsonville, TN

Barge Cleaner

Job Location: TN Facility-New Johnsonville-37134 Office Location: Onsite Employment Type: Hourly Job Type: Full Time

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.

Here's what you can expect from Watco:

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour Schedule: M-F 8 hour Day Shift

Job Summary: As a Barge Cleaning Technician, you will be responsible for cleaning and preparing barges for their next voyage ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in various weather conditions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of cleaning work including prepare/check equipment, and use cleaning equipment
• Utilize hand tools such as high-pressure pumps, hoses and attachments to effectively clean interior and exterior surfaces of barge
• Clear materials and debris with tools such as brooms and shovels, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment that complies with environmental guidelines and policies
• Stay compliant with all regulatory bodies as they apply to the work that is being completed and with all safety rules and policies
• Utilize proper PPE while cleaning
• Demonstrate predictable, reliable and timely attendance
• Must have a clear understanding of all assigned duties and responsibilities
• Check barges for damage or maintenance needs and report findings to supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Ability to pass training and required testing
• Outdoor work experience
• Familiarization with pumps, hoses, gauges and tanks a plus
• Valid Driver's License
• Education: High School or GED equivalent