Agronomy Truck Driver

CHS Inc; Sycamore (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Truck Driver to join their team in Sycamore, IL. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work with a leading agribusiness, hauling crops and fertilizers. The role promises daily home time and overtime potential, especially during peak seasons. Ideal candidates will possess a Class A CDL with a tanker endorsement and have a preference for agricultural experience. Join a supportive team that values safety and customer service while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and retirement plans. Don't miss out on this chance to advance your career in a dynamic environment!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A CDL with a tanker endorsement or be willing to obtain it.
• Experience in customer service and agriculture is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and safe deliveries to customers while maintaining vehicle cleanliness.
• Provide excellent customer service and handle concerns professionally.
• Maintain compliance with all safety regulations and perform vehicle inspections.

Skills

Class A CDL

Customer Service

Agricultural Experience

Ability to communicate in English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

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 10,000 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 Illinois in Newark, IL is looking for a full-time Truck Driver to join our team! This individual would be hauling crop and dry and liquid fertilizer depending on the time of year. This position requires a Class A CDL with a tanker endorsement (or willing to obtain). Agricultural experience is highly preferred. This is a home daily position with overtime potential throughout the year, especially during the spring and fall time frame.

CHS is one of the biggest names in agronomy, energy and grain processing. What are you waiting for? Join our amazing team and see where your career takes you!

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely pick up/deliveries to our customers in a safe, timely, and professional manner. Assist with or load or unload, as needed.
• Provide excellent customer service. Treat customers professionally; greet customers promptly and courteously. Promptly handle all customer concerns and elevate to leadership if required.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations. To include but not limited to pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement and hours of service.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle(s) inside and out, and work environment.
• Complete and document daily maintenance inspections. Ensure proper equipment maintenance is completed including repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, training, personal protective equipment procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Report all incidents (bodily or property), accidents, and traffic violations to immediately to supervisor.
• Enroll in and complete mandatory CHS random drug and alcohol testing program and the Continuous Monitoring Program.
• Assist operational staff and perform other duties as needed or assigned. May include intercompany related driving.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Class A CDL with tanker endorsement (or willing to obtain)

Additional Qualifications

• Maintain a CDL and DOT medical card
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends to meet business demands.
• Agriculture background preferred
• Customer service experience preferred
• Bulk liquid, pressure trailer, or forklift 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, must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

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.