Overview

Operates power washer to remove dirt, debris, and staining within animal production facilities and animal transportation vehicles.

What responsibilities will I have?

• Operate pressure washer machinery safely and effectively to clean a variety of surfaces.
• Use degreasers or removal chemical as label recommends when requested by supervision
• Maintain established schedule as requested and provide feedback to improve schedule efficiency
• Erect scaffolding as needed
• Clean up rubble, debris and other waste materials from area being washed
• Carry out company biosecurity and safety procedures.
• Other manual duties as directed.
• Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
• Keep tools and equipment in good repair

What education and training is required?

A high school diploma is required to be a pressure washer operator.

To pursue a career as pressure washer operator:

The following high school courses are recommended:  agricultural education, Spanish, mathematics, and personal finance.

Where can I work?

Pressure Washer Operators primarily work for animal production and or animal feed companies but may also work for construction companies, in processing plants, chemical plants or independently doing residential/commercial work.

Future Job Market / Outlook

The future outlook for pressure washer operator will be good over the next five years. 

Suggested Professional Organizations and Associations

• Pressure Washing Association
• American Trucking Association
• United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices