CDL Driver/Laborer (Seasonal) - Wabash Valley Service Company - Olney, IL

FS System; Olney (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a CDL Driver/Laborer, where you will play a crucial role in delivering agricultural and energy products. This seasonal position requires operating various trucks while adhering to safety standards and ensuring customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for loading and unloading materials, maintaining equipment, and completing necessary documentation. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you're looking for a fulfilling role that supports your career growth and work-life balance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating tractor trailer or tender truck equipment.
• Must have or be able to obtain a CDL license with endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks for delivery and pick-up of products safely.
• Perform daily safety checks and maintain clean vehicles.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Focus

Decision Making

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

CDL License

Job description

CDL Driver/Laborer (Seasonal) - Wabash Valley Service Company - Olney, IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

Job Title: CDL Driver/Laborer (Seasonal) Location: Olney

Reports To: Location Manager Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $17.00 - $20.00 /hour

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Operates a single, tandem or multi-axle configuration truck for delivery and/or pick-up of agronomy and/or energy products following specified time schedules to/from the company locations or customer locations to achieve profitable business growth.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Operates all assigned vehicles, single, tandem, or multi axle configurations, forklifts, etc. in accordance with established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques.
2. Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes. Follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains a clean truck to present a professional appearance.
3. Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on trucks, trailers, or railcars by hand or by forklift truck. When loading, ensures loads are evenly balanced and distributed from the front of the trailer to the back and from side to side, as well checks axle weights and loads them in accordance with the DOT regulations.
4. Ensures that all deliveries and pickups are made in accordance with time schedules and performs duties in a manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism within the company and the industry.
5. Ensures that all associated documentation, such as bill of ladings, delivery slips, and invoices are completed accurately and returned to the branch location at the end of the day in order to ensure timely receiving and payment of invoices.
6. Completes necessary paperwork, including accurate logbooks, records of cargo and any other assigned record-keeping duties on a daily basis.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Responsible for maintaining company equipment according to company standards, adheres to the company Uniform Policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.
2. Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 2 years or more of related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to safely operate tractor trailer or tender truck equipment and to meet company and DOT standards.
2. Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
3. Must have or have the ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements and any other applicable certification, license or permit, valid medical card and satisfactory driving record, as applicable.
4. Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.
5. Must be able to obtain and maintain other applicable certifications, licenses, and permits.
6. Occasionally exposed or required to:
7. Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
8. Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures.
9. May be required to work at varying heights.
10. Lift 51 - 70 lbs.

We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.