Biosecurity Sanitation Technician

**Biosecurity Sanitation Technician** Location: Pipestone, MN Company: Hord Farms West **Position Summary** The Biosecurity Sanitation Technician is responsible for managing and performing the daily truck washing, sanitation, and biosecurity procedures for livestock and feed transportation equipment. This role plays a critical part in protecting animal health and supporting production through strict adherence to biosecurity and sanitation protocols. The position is hands-on and includes leadership responsibilities, facility oversight, and documentation. **Key Responsibilities** Truck Washing & Sanitation - Perform thorough washing, disinfecting, and drying of livestock trailers, feed trailers, trucks, and related equipment - Follow established biosecurity, wash, disinfect, and dry protocols - Properly apply detergents, disinfectants, and sanitizers according to SOPs - Ensure wash quality meets company and industry biosecurity standards Facility & Equipment Management - Oversee daily operations of the truck wash facility - Maintain wash bays, pressure washers, foaming equipment, heaters, pits, and drainage systems - Manage wood chip usage and replacement to maintain clean, dry traffic areas - Report facility or equipment issues promptly and assist with repairs Biosecurity & Compliance - Enforce company biosecurity policies and PPE requirements - Maintain accurate wash logs, disinfectant records, and compliance documentation - Participate in audits and inspections as needed Safety - Promote a safe work environment and follow all safety protocols - Ensure proper chemical handling, storage, and labeling - Use PPE correctly and ensure team compliance **Qualifications** - Experience in livestock truck washing, swine production, transportation, or agricultural sanitation preferred - Knowledge of biosecurity practices in the swine industry strongly preferred - Ability to work in wet, cold, hot, and physically demanding environments - Comfortable operating pressure washers and handling cleaning chemicals - Strong attention to detail and accountability **Physical Requirements** - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs - Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work on concrete for extended periods - Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed **Compensation & Benefits** - Competitive hourly wage based on experience - Overtime opportunities - Health and life insurance - Paid time off and holidays - Company-provided PPE and safety gear