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Come join a winning Team! Since 1970 Plastic Express has met the bulk trucking, bulk terminal, packaging, and warehousing needs of the plastics industry. Our strategic locations, modern systems, and dedicated employees allow us to provide custom tailored logistical solutions to fulfill the most challenging needs of our customers. Plastic Express operates from 22 full-service facilities, more than 40 bulk terminals, and 52 railcar terminals offering more than 8,500 railcar spots across the country. We are located near 9 major ports in the U.S. and rely heavily on our rail infrastructure to handle imports /exports as well as regional distribution. At many of the Plastic Express sites, we also handle some non-plastic commodities, which include; paper rolls, steel, building materials and other dry bulk materials. Plastic Express owns and operates roughly 250 trucks, with approximately 250 trailers performing full bulk truck distribution business. Plastic Express is headquartered in Houston, TX and has over 600 employees nationwide. Our goal has always been to exceed our customer's expectations, and our can do-attitude is what differentiates us from the competition.
Plastic Express employees have always been our key to success and total customer satisfaction. We are always looking for dependable & talented business professionals that will help us to grow and to continue our “Can Do” tradition.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Summary:
General labor position. Rinsing trailer interiors per specific procedure. Washing and detailing Plastic Express tractors inside and out. Wheel and tire polishing on tractors and trailers.
Essential Functions/Duties:
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. These tasks include, but are not limited to:
Skills:
Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily outdoors in a bulk terminal environment and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, cleaning chemicals, moving equipment, and vehicle traffic. Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and use required PPE at all times.
May be exposed to cleaning agents, detergents, degreasers, and other chemicals used in vehicle and equipment cleaning.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday 10:30 to 15:00.
Travel:
Little to no travel is expected for this position.
Compensation:
Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at any time at the discretion of management.
In line with Plastic Express’ Environmental Promise, the hired individual is expected to enthusiastically support all facets of Operation Clean Sweep; specifically, making a conscious effort to prevent pellet, flake and powder loss into the environment and ensure any spills are swiftly and effectively cleaned up.
Come join a winning Team! Since 1970 Plastic Express has met the bulk trucking, bulk terminal, packaging, and warehousing needs of the plastics industry. Our strategic locations, modern systems, and dedicated employees allow us to provide custom tailored logistical solutions to fulfill the most challenging needs of our customers. Plastic Express operates from 22 full-service facilities, more than 40 bulk terminals, and 52 railcar terminals offering more than 8,500 railcar spots across the country. We are located near 9 major ports in the U.S. and rely heavily on our rail infrastructure to handle imports /exports as well as regional distribution. At many of the Plastic Express sites, we also handle some non-plastic commodities, which include; paper rolls, steel, building materials and other dry bulk materials. Plastic Express owns and operates roughly 250 trucks, with approximately 250 trailers performing full bulk truck distribution business. Plastic Express is headquartered in Houston, TX and has over 600 employees nationwide. Our goal has always been to exceed our customer's expectations, and our can do-attitude is what differentiates us from the competition.
Plastic Express employees have always been our key to success and total customer satisfaction. We are always looking for dependable & talented business professionals that will help us to grow and to continue our “Can Do” tradition.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Summary:
General labor position. Rinsing trailer interiors per specific procedure. Washing and detailing Plastic Express tractors inside and out. Wheel and tire polishing on tractors and trailers.
Essential Functions/Duties:
- Wash and detail tractors inside and out
- Wash trailers inside
- Blow down or wash the inside of trailers
- Wash out hoses
- Polish and shine tires and wheels
- Sweep and maintain the truck yard
- Clean and maintain the wash area
- Must be willing and able to perform work on top of tank trailers while utilizing required fall protection equipment.
- Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Conduct pre-use inspections of wash equipment, hoses, ladders, fall protection equipment, and report any defects or safety concerns
- Follow trailer washout procedures, customer requirements, and contamination prevention standards
- Safely operate pressure washers, wash equipment, and other tools used in cleaning operations
- Assist with maintaining terminal cleanliness and housekeeping standards
- Move tractors and trailers within the terminal yard, if qualified and authorized
- This is a safety-sensitive position requiring strict adherence to company safety policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
- Minimum education required: high school diploma or equivalent
- CDL Class A or B is a benefit but not required
- Reliable transportation to report to and travel between company locations as required
- Ability to obtain and maintain terminal-specific safety certifications and training
- Previous experience in industrial cleaning, truck washing, detailing, or general labor preferred but not required
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. These tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Ability to perform physical labor for a minimum of 8 hours per day
- Physical ability to work at heights using fall protection, bend, and squat under trailers
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 56 pounds
- Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions
- Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
- Must be able to climb ladders and access the tops of tank trailers while utilizing required fall protection equipment
- Must be able to wear and utilize required personal protective equipment, including fall protection harnesses, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toed footwear
Skills:
- Ability to work independently and as part of team
- Ability to work safely in a team environment
- Strong work ethic and commitment to safety
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail
- Ability to work safely in a fast-paced industrial environment
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work with minimal supervision
- Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers
- Ability to operate or learn to operate tractors and trailers in a controlled yard environment
- Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and reliable attendance
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work
Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily outdoors in a bulk terminal environment and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, cleaning chemicals, moving equipment, and vehicle traffic. Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and use required PPE at all times.
May be exposed to cleaning agents, detergents, degreasers, and other chemicals used in vehicle and equipment cleaning.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday 10:30 to 15:00.
Travel:
Little to no travel is expected for this position.
Compensation:
- Starting at $20 per hour, based on experience.
- Family health benefit packages - after 90 days
- Vacation pay - after 90 days
- Holiday pay - after 90 days
- Company matching 401k retirement program - after 90 days
Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at any time at the discretion of management.
In line with Plastic Express’ Environmental Promise, the hired individual is expected to enthusiastically support all facets of Operation Clean Sweep; specifically, making a conscious effort to prevent pellet, flake and powder loss into the environment and ensure any spills are swiftly and effectively cleaned up.
If you have an interest in working at Plastic Express, please forward your resume including a brief work history.
Location & Eligibility
Where is the job
San Diego, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 5, 2026
- First seen
- October 5, 2026
- Last seen
- October 5, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 56%
- Scored at
- October 5, 2026
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