Agriculture Laborer

Canadian Health Systems Inc.; Sterling (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Inc. is hiring in Sterling, CO for an Agriculture Laborer responsible for hands-on loading/unloading of agricultural products, equipment operation, and maintaining inventory quality.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and customer service, with regular Monday-Friday hours and overtime based on demand. The position involves operating loaders, conveyors, and other machinery, performing routine maintenance, and assisting with grain and agronomy operations.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labor tasks under supervision, including loading/unloading and site maintenance.
• Prepare and load/unload agricultural products using appropriate equipment.
• Operate loader, forklift and related machinery for inventory movement.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of work areas, following company policies.
• Monitor inventory quality and report issues to supervisor.
• Deliver products to customer sites as required.
• Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal and basic facility upkeep.

Skills

Loader operation

Conveyor operation

Tractor operation

Track mobile operation

Safety awareness

CDL license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Requisition ID25517-Posted10/27/2026-US-STERLINGCO CO

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS Inc is hiring in Sterling CO!

As an Agriculture Laborer you will perform hands‑on operations responsiblties for safely loading and unloading agricultural products, operating equipment such as forklifts and loaders, performing facility and grounds maintenance, managing inventory quality, and supporting daily grain and agronomy operations. This position works closely with customers while maintaining a strong focus on safety, operational efficiency, and excellent customer service.This role offers consistent working hours Monday-Friday and overtime opportunities based on business demand.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently. Responsibilities may include:
• Develop and maintain knowledge of the commodities handled at the location and comply with company policy and government regulations pertaining to commodities.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Prepare trucks and railcars for loading/unloading, which may require sampling, loosening large nuts, opening hatches, and attaching and/or detaching flexible hoses.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment. May include bulk and or packaged material.
• Control and monitor all load out functions.
• Understand and operate automated scale/dump systems.
• Conduct and properly record daily, weekly and monthly maintenance tasks including but not limited to lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms. Inspect in‑use equipment looking for seeps and leaks of process equipment.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk or packaged product).
• Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, feed and others to customer sites.
• Keep all work areas in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Conduct regular housekeeping duties such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping and cleaning up spills. Complete appropriate record keeping.
• Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal.
• Perform warehouse work including driving loader, loading/unloading inventory, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
• Promptly report any customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, or safety concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to ensure facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Must meet minimum age requirement
• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to obtain a CDL license with endorsements preferred
• Agriculture experience preferred
• Pre‑employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre‑employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability tolift 75 pounds
• Abilityto climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins
• Abilityto work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.