Barge Facility Technician

CGB Enterprises Inc

Arkansas City (KS)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 33,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical benefits

Prescription drug coverage

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life and disability benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Paid leave

Wellness programs

Recognition programs

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a general laborer to join our outdoor operations team at facilities loading and unloading barges and trucks.

This role involves performing a wide range of duties to support daily operations, with emphasis on safety, reliability, and the ability to work outdoors and near water. You will participate in the Safety Program, complete documentation, maintain grain quality, and assist with cleaning, repairs, and equipment operation.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Physically able to perform demanding outdoor work.
Strong safety awareness and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

Load and unload barges and trucks.
Clean and repair barges as needed.
Maintain grain quality during storage and transfer.
Assist with general housekeeping and equipment operation.

Skills

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation ability

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! At CGB, you can contribute to meaningful work, grow professionally and personally, and belong in a place where everyone has a voice. Founded in 1969, CGB Enterprises, Inc. is known as an innovative and progressive leader in the grain and transportation industries. Today, CGB operates an enterprise with over 100 locations and nearly 2,000 U.S. employees overseeing a diverse family of businesses that provide an array of services for producers and logistics services for an international base of customers. The combination of our assets provides a growing organization that is celebrating over 50 years of strength and stability! Do you have prior experience working at a grain facility? Do you enjoy working outdoors and around the water? If so, this may be a great opportunity for you! CGB offers overtime, a great benefits plan and an amazing 401K contribution! This job is primarily responsible for working at a facility that loads and unloads barges and trucks. This is a general laborer position that performs a wide variety of duties that are based on the daily needs of the operation; may include cleaning and repair of barges.

Job Responsibilities

In this job, you will: Actual responsibilities will vary depending on daily needs and type of facility. Fully participate in the company Safety Program and attends daily pre-shift meetings. Perform all duties within compliance of OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations (ISO where applicable); including wearing appropriate PPE for task being performed. Perform shore-side barge loading responsibilities e.g., reading drafts, opening/closing lids, tying off barges, etc. Perform all shore-side barge loading duties e.g., loading barges to meet draft and quality requirements and overseeing duties performed by other employees. Note: Generally the duty of the most highly qualified person(s). Perform duties to transfer, load and move grain to appropriate location, where applicable. Perform duties required to maintain grain quality while being stored and/or transferred. Complete documentation timely, accurately and legibly. Perform general clean-up including sweeping, shoveling, washing, painting and other general housekeeping responsibilities. Perform preventative maintenance and/or repairs, where applicable. Dependent on facility and location, may be responsible for any variety of the following; unloading and cleaning barges shore-side, movement of product to storage, loading of trucks using heavy equipment, loading of rail, loading of products to required specifications; operating, running, monitoring, and shutting down dryer; operating a variety of heavy equipment. Other duties as assigned.

Education Required

Education Required - High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience Required

Experience Required – None.

Preferred

Preferred - 1 years’ experience working in an industrial environment with a dependable work record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).

Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.

Ability to complete documentation requirements.

Ability to follow directions and use logical thought process to interpret oral and written instructions, and troubleshoot problems.

Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment.

Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned task.

Ability to remain focused on exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.

Additional Information

Physical Demands & Requirements The physical demands and requirements frequencies of this job may vary depending on the specific location and operational needs as well as other factors. Ability to balance constantly/continuously. Ability to bend, stoop, twist, crouch, crawl, kneel and squat (constantly/continuously) frequently. Ability to (frequently) climb stairs and climb ladders (and work at) to significant heights. Ability to concentrate on task without becoming distracted, constantly/continuously. Ability to distinguish grade, color, odor and various damage characteristics in grain samples (at some facilities). Ability to distinguish, with a degree of accuracy, differences or similarities in intensity or quality odors, or recognizing particular odors, using nose. Ability to enter information into a computer (observations, other computers). Ability to grasp and reach frequently. Ability to lift/push/pull 50 lbs. occasionally to continuously depending on daily needs of location. Ability to meet requirement of and utilize all applicable PPE, when applicable. Ability to meet requirements of PFT and fit testing, when applicable. Ability to pass all required testing under FRA and DOT for this position (where applicable). Ability to perform work in confined spaces. Ability to safely walk on barge surface(s) with the ability to work around (deep/swift) water. Ability to stand and walk constantly/continuously. Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person and over two-way radio (and recognize emergency alarms). Ability to understand and communicate written instructions. Ability to walk safely on top of railcars, open gates, operate vibrators etc., where applicable. Ability to work extended hours, weekend, holidays and/or alternate shifts as needed. Ability to work in an environment with high dust levels around grain and other bulk products (where applicable). Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions. Acutely aware of surroundings with ability to quickly adjust to a signal or change in environment. Uses near, far and peripheral vision and depth perception for task(s) being performed; may need to be able to identify problems with grain. Uses near, far and peripheral vision and depth perception for task(s) being performed; may need to be able to identify problems with grain. Required to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including shifts during non-standard business hours that may include evening, nighttime, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours (Convent, LA location only).

Environmental Conditions

The work environment described here are meant to be representative of those an employee would normally encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment. Travel, 5%-20% travel may be required at some facilities. This may include off-site training and/or work at alternate locations.

Pay

The expected base pay range for this role is: $15.00 - $24.00. Actual pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including work location, job-related knowledge, skills and relevant experience for the job. Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

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