Opportunities To Progress In An Essential Industry
Seeking adventure, stability and growth in your career? As an established family-owned Iowa transportation and logistics leader for over 60 years, Clausen Companies offers drivers and warehouse workers endless opportunities to learn and advance. With a modern fleet of cutting-edge equipment, rigorous safety protocols, and value-added warehousing solutions trusted by Fortune 500 companies, our employees praise our strong community, excellent equipment and focus on safety.
Ready to join the Clausen team? Scroll down to check out our current job openings, then Apply online today and let’s get started on the next stage of your career journey!
At Clausen Companies, we foster a strong team culture where employees work closely together to get the job done right. Our diverse workforce comes from a wide range of backgrounds, experience levels, and skills – but we are united by shared values of trust, communication and accountability. Whether it’s drivers collaborating over the CB radio or warehouse crews working in sync to load shipments, we function as a tight-knit unit anchored in respect. Our team-oriented environment ensures everyone feels heard and respected, empowering employees to step up as leaders. Clausen employees form lasting bonds – it’s not just co-workers around here, it’s family. If being part of supportive, professional team in a dynamic logistics business resonates with your talents and goals, discover your place on our squad today!
Administrative Offices
Clausen Companies
2100 South 21st Street
Clinton, IA 52732
(563) 242-4995
Current Job Openings
Wash Bay Attendant
Under the direction of the Operations Manager and/or the On-Site Lead Person, the Wash Bay Attendant is responsible for washing out pneumatic tanks, reefers and blue tagged trailers after each use. The process requires the employee to open and close valves, connect and disconnect water hoses, ensure all fittings, valves, and dome lids are in proper position prior to washing the tank and when the tank is clean.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.
- Regular attendance and timeliness are an expectation.
- Must complete On-the-Job training to maneuver truck into wash bay for cleaning.
- Maneuvers a 15 ft. – 20 ft. hose, weighing up to 40 pounds for washing any remaining product from the pneumatic tank.
- Opens all hatches and valves, (one hatch at a time) on the pneumatic tank prior to cleaning.
- Climbs to the top of the tank to perform washing procedure. Height of 13 feet.
- Wear and engage Fall Protection.
- Moves the spinner unit along the top of the tank to each hatch for cleaning purposes and replace.
- Removes the hose, closes all hatches and valves when cleaning is completed.
- Complete daily inspection sheets and inventory all tools, safety supplies and chemicals.
- Maintains high level of sanitation with practicing clean as you go method. Adhere to GMP (General Manufacturing Practices) training.
- Performs all job duties in a safe manner, abiding by all company and customer safety policies and procedures.
Additional Duties:
- Spot and/or move trailers as needed.
- Additional daily duties as assigned by on-site lead person / manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- Previous truck driving experience a plus.
- Must be able to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected changes or modifications of daily work activity.
- Ability to perform multiple job duties as assigned.
- Must be willing and able to work in a team environment.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Lift limit of 50 lbs. from floor to waist on occasional basis.
- Any lifting over 50 lbs. requires assistance.
- Safely lift 40 lbs. overhead on an occasional basis.
- Sit consistently for 3 hours at a time.
- Ability to kneel, crawl, stoop, climb a ladder, push and pull, climb stairs, and work at heights.
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Good hand strengths that do not have population normative deficits.
- Occasionally cranks dolly legs on van trailers when asked to move trailers.
- Good balance.
Accounting Clerk/Administrative Assistant
Clausen Companies is seeking a detail-oriented and professional Accounting Clerk/Administrative Assistant to join our team. This position places a strong emphasis on accounting duties while also supporting administrative and front-desk operations. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Duties
- Create and distribute trucking invoices to customers
- Oversee trucking collections and escalate issues to the Controller as needed
- Process check deposits accurately and promptly
- Consolidate incoming paperwork from warehouse clerks into Excel and create tables for other departments to build invoices from
- Utilize accounting software systems such as McLeod, Excel, and QuickBooks
Administrative & Reception Duties
- Answer and direct phone calls with professionalism and customer focus
- Provide day-to-day administrative support across departments
- Coordinate advertising efforts as needed
- Manage and organize purchases for all company locations
- Maintain supply levels and ensure general office manager functions
- Support the Controller and HR Manager with additional tasks based on experience and knowledge
- Use Microsoft Office Suite for communication, organization, and reporting
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of related accounting/administrative experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Experience with QuickBooks and McLeod software preferred
- Strong knowledge of customer service best practices (internal & external)
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong verbal communication, telephone etiquette, and listening skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and handle pressure effectively
- Team-oriented with a cooperative, professional attitude
- High level of accuracy, diligence, and reliability
Key Competencies
- Accounting & Administrative Accuracy
- Customer Focus & Professionalism
- Organization & Multi-tasking
- Problem-Solving & Flexibility
- Strong Communication Skills
Physical Demands
- Ability to sit for 2–3 hours at a time, and occasionally stand, walk, stoop and kneel
- Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs, and occasionally up to 25 lbs
- Comfortable managing light office upkeep
- Maintain composure and professionalism in high-stress situations and when receiving criticism
Why Join Clausen Companies?
At Clausen Companies, we value professionalism, teamwork, and a positive workplace culture. This role is an excellent opportunity to grow your accounting expertise while contributing to a supportive, family-oriented environment.
Trucking Mechanical Technician
Trucking Mechanical Technician
Clinton, IA 52732
SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the Trucking Mechanical Technician assists the Maintenance Manager for repairs and maintenance to the tractor/trailers, company-owned lawn equipment, company-owned vehicles, shop equipment, and shop clean-up. This position also is responsible for maintaining records and tracking equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.
- Regular attendance and timeliness are an expectation.
- Job assignments / hours are subject to change to meet business and customer demands. Must be able to work any shift, overtime, and weekends as needed.
- Provides tools and parts to the mechanic in the performance of repairs and/or maintenance to equipment.
- Assists in the repairs and maintenance of trailers – such as, bulk tank trailers, vans, and flat-bed trailers which could include welding.
- Assists in tire repairs and replacement.
- Assists in repairs and maintenance of company-owned lawn equipment.
- Assists in repairs and maintenance of company-owned vehicles.
- Assists in repairs and maintenance of shop equipment.
- Cleans tools and equipment.
- Performs all job duties in a safe manner, abiding by all company policies and procedures.
Additional Duties:
- Provides general clean-up of the shop area.
- Additional daily duties as assigned by on-site lead person / manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- Previous mechanic experience (Preferred)
- Previous welding experience (Preferred)
- Previous tractor / trailer driving experience or a valid CDL Class A driver’s license (Preferred)
- Must be able to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected changes or modifications of daily work activity.
- Ability to perform multiple job duties as assigned.
- Must be willing and able to work in a team environment.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Lift limit of 50 lbs. from floor to waist on occasional basis.
- Any lifting over 50 lbs. requires assistance.
- Safely lift 20 lbs. overhead on an occasional basis.
- Ability to stand for 3 hours.at a time.
- Ability to kneel, crawl, stoop, climb a ladder, push and pull, climb stairs, and work at heights.
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Good hand strengths that do not have population normative deficits.
- Occasionally cranks dolly legs on van trailers to move trailers in or out of shop area.
- Good balance.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to perform medium-heavy cardiovascular step test.
Lifting limits are determined by National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health Standards. Occasional means up to 33% of workday. Grip strengths are determined by Mathowitz strength analysis.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather – very hot or cold temperatures. Employee is exposed to varying noise levels. Exposed to contaminants; such as, but not limited to fuel, oil, solvents, penetrants, paints, and cleaners. Work may be performed in a cramped work space in awkward positions. The employee must wear required protective or safety equipment, such as, safety glasses, goggles, safety shoes, gloves, hearing protection, fall protection, hard hats.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Welding: 1 year (Preferred)
- Mechanical/Technician: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CDL A (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Regional Driver
- Wage Range: $55,000-$74,000 annually
- Location: Clinton, Iowa 52732
- Experience Required: 2 Years
- Driver License Required: Class A – Commercial Endorsements
- Lifting Capacity: 20 – 50 lbs
Regional driver needed to haul van freight within a 400 mile radius of Clinton. At home almost every night though there will be occasional overnight travel and some weekends as needed. Benefit eligibility after 60 days of employment. Must have 2 years of verifiable experience, a valid CDL, pass a background check, and have an excellent driving record.
Bulk Tank Driver
- Wage Range: $70,000-$83,000 annually
- Location: Clinton, Iowa 52732
- Experience Required: 2 Years
- Driver License Required: Class A – Commercial Endorsements
- Lifting Capacity: 20 – 50 lbs
The Bulk Tank Driver will haul a tanker with dry bulk in a 500 mile radius and be home most weekends. Benefit eligibility after 60 days of employment. Must have 2 years of verifiable experience, a valid CDL, pass a background check, and have an excellent driving record.
Hear From The Clausen Team
I’ve worked at Clausen’s for 15 plus years and I like working here because of the new equipment the company supplies and most weekends off which, gives me time to spend with my family.
I like being a part of the bulk division and have watched it grow from 1 tank to over 20. Working through all the challenges along the way has kept the job very interesting. Clausen’s has a great group of people to work with and I’m proud to be a part of the team.
Employment Applications
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