Associate Elevator Operator

Scoular; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan from day one

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Volunteer time off

Job summary

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. You will be involved in loading/unloading grain, weighing and grading, and operating a range of heavy equipment in a storage environment.

Outdoor work is required in all weather, and overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
• Willingness to work overtime, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be comfortable with climbing ladders and working at heights.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and stand for long periods.
• Experience in grain facilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload grain and assist weighing/grading of trucks.
• Operate heavy equipment (loaders, skid steer loaders, track mobiles, rail car movers, etc.).
• Manage grain storage by creating and moving grain piles and performing general cleaning of bins and storage structures.
• Ensure a safe work environment by following safety protocols and reporting hazards.
• Perform general maintenance tasks to support operations.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Pre-employment screen

Overtime readiness

Outdoor work readiness

Climbing/heights

Dust tolerance

Job description

About The Role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

About You

• 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 (90–120 F), 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.

Our Benefits

• We offer competitive health plans that begin on the employee's first day – there's no waiting period so you can be your best from the very beginning.
• In addition to your competitive base pay, you'll have an incentive opportunity, 401k safe harbor and additional company match.
• Your hard work and dedication deserve a break. In addition to our 12 paid holidays, you'll receive vacation, sick and wellbeing time off.
• We give you the opportunity to revolutionize your community with 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year; we encourage team members to give back and make a social impact.