Associate Elevator Operator

scoularcareers; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Scoular is seeking motivated grain elevator operators to join our team and contribute to safe and reliable supply chain solutions for customers. You will load and unload grain, assist with weighing and grading trucks, and operate a variety of heavy equipment to manage grain storage and housekeeping.

You must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen, be willing to work overtime including nights and weekends, and be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions while adhering to

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
• Willingness to work overtime, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Comfortable with climbing ladders and working at heights.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload incoming and outgoing grain.
• Assist with weighing and grading grain trucks.
• Operate heavy equipment (loaders, skid steers, track mobiles, rail car movers).
• Manage grain storage by creating and moving piles and performing housekeeping.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards; perform general maintenance as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Lifting and carrying

Job description

Scoular is seeking motivated grain elevator operators to join our team and contribute to our mission of creating safe and reliable supply chain solutions for our customers.

• Safely load and unload incoming and outgoing grain while assisting with the weighing and grading of grain trucks.
• Operate heavy equipment (loaders, skid steer loaders, track mobiles, rail car movers, etc.)
• Manage grain storage by creating and moving grain piles, as well as performing general cleaning and housekeeping of bins and storage structures.
• Ensure a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and promptly reporting any unsafe practices or hazards.
• Perform general maintenance tasks as needed to support operations.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening
• Flexibility to work overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat (90-120F), cold (subzero), and high winds (40+ mph).
• Must be comfortable with climbing ladders, heights, and working in confined spaces
• Must be able to work in environments with dust and airborne particles, including grain dust
• Wear required PPE, such as hard hats, safety glasses, and safety footwear.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks, including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. multiple times per day and standing on hard surfaces for extended periods
• Experience in a grain facility preferred but not required