Transportation Specialist | Barge Cleaner

54485BR

Job Title:

Transportation Specialist | Barge Cleaner

Department/Function:

Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

Job Description:

Transportation Specialist | Barge Cleaner

Location: Ottawa, IL

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly

Pay Range: Starting at $21.63 an hour

Shift(s) Available: 8-hour day shift. Ability to work overtime including weekends and holidays with advance notice as needed.

Apply Now! Text ARTCO to 53827

Why Join?

• Benefits Start First Day

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Health and Wellness Incentives

• Paid Vacation and Holidays – Availability Immediately

• Paid sick leave

• 401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Short & Long-Term Disability

• Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,’ Spouse and Children

• Parental leave (paternity/maternity)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Advancement Opportunities

• Weekly Pay

• Perks at work (discount program with several companies)

Summary

This is an entry-level position at our American River Transportation Company (ARTCo) wash dock in Ottawa, IL. You will gain knowledge of the facility, general department knowledge, and handle tasks through completion of tasks and look for ways to improve the process and personal performance. Barge Cleaners safely and efficiently clean barges and are expected to perform a variety of jobs, tasks or duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions:

• Cleaning the decks, hoppers and covers of barges

• Cleaning preparation using pumps, wash hoses and hooking up a crane

• General cleaning and maintenance of crane barges, shops and yards

• Use hand signals for safe crane operations

• Assisting harbor boats, mechanics and welders

• Execute plans according to work schedule

• Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment

• Communicate with team/shift employees concerning proper operation of equipment, processing capabilities safety concerns, quality issues and maintenance issues

• Recognize Safety and Environmental hazards and employ mitigation

• Understand and adhere to ADM's Safety, Environmental Compliance and goal of achieving a zero-injury culture.

• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment

• Exhibit regular and prompt attendance and maintain attendance record in accordance with company policy

• Operating equipment associated with the barge cleaning process including pumps, wash hoses, crane etc.

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

• Ability to understand and effectively communicate in English (verbal/written)

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Crane operating experience preferred, but not required

• Experience in transportation, production and/or similar military environment (preferred)

On-the-Job Training Requirements:

• Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training

• Participate in company planned operations training

• Equipment training may include but not limited to JLG, forklift, non-DOT truck, reach lift, etc.

Working Conditions

• Ambient conditions – Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Hot or cold Temperatures, all seasonal elements, both indoors and outdoors

• Atmosphere: Dust and odor

• Must be able to work around noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift

• Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. *Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move about or to a work site by ascending/descending stairs, bending, kneeling and prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently

• Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights; may require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights or in confined spaces

• Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead

• Requires ability and willingness to wear respirators

• Ability to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a workday

Work Hours

• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice as needed

• The shift schedule includes an 8-hour day shift

Relocation assistance is not available in this position.

ADM is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and veteran status.

This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance.

ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check. 

City:

Ottawa

State:

IL - Illinois

Ref ID:

#LI-DNI

EEO:

ADM is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and veterans status.

About ADM::

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.