CDL Truck Driver/Operations Support

Simplot Company; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Company in the United States is seeking a CDL Truck Driver / Operations Support to safely deliver fertilizer and crop inputs, manage blending, and support fleet and facility operations. You will drive, load, inspect, and maintain equipment while ensuring excellent service to growers.

The role requires a Class A or B CDL, ability to handle heavy equipment, and flexibility for seasonal hours. Join a team supporting agriculture and local customers with safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic farm equipment and agricultural operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication with customers, management, and teammates.
• Ability to move between different responsibilities throughout the day (blending, loading, delivering, facility ops).
• Basic computer skills; learn and navigate company systems and software.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, and deliver fertilizer and crop inputs to customer locations using a variety of vehicles.
• Safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials in line with DOT regulations.
• Complete required pre-trip and post-trip inspections, driver logs, and transportation documentation.
• Use HAZMAT placarding when required and maintain safety standards in the field.
• Provide exceptional customer service while representing the company in the field.
• Help maintain trucks, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Monitor vehicle condition (fluids, tires) and readiness; assist with maintenance and inspections.
• Keep vehicles and equipment clean, safe, and professional, identify maintenance needs.
• Operate fertilizer blending systems and support product mixing operations.
• Assist with inventory management and product storage; calculate application and blending amounts.
• Operate forklifts, skid steers and other material-handling equipment; support daily operations.
• Assist with special projects and seasonal needs; participate in training and development.
• Provide backup support across the location; collaborate to ensure excellent service.
• Support customers and teammates with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Skills

Farm equipment basics

Communication skills

Adaptability

Tech literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Mobile applications

Job description

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Make an Impact in Agriculture at Simplot

If you enjoy hands‑on work, variety in your day and supporting the growers who help feed the world, this could be the opportunity for you.

As a CDL Truck Driver / Operations Support team member, you'll play a critical role in delivering fertilizer and crop protection products to customers while helping keep daily operations running smoothly. This position offers a unique variety of work, combining truck driving, equipment operation, fertilizer blending, inventory management, and facility support.

No two days are exactly alike. One day you may be delivering product to a grower, and the next you might be operating blending equipment, assisting with inventory, or helping maintain the fleet and facility. If you enjoy staying busy, working outdoors, and being part of a team that supports agriculture, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Safely Deliver Products to Customers

• Load, transport, and deliver fertilizer and crop input products to customer locations using a variety of commercial vehicles.
• Safely transport both hazardous and non-hazardous materials while complying with all state and federal DOT regulations.
• Complete required pre-trip and post-trip inspections, driver logs, and transportation documentation.
• Properly utilize HAZMAT placarding when required.
• Provide exceptional customer service while representing the company in the field.

Support Fleet and Equipment Operations

• Help maintain company trucks, trailers, forklifts, and other assigned equipment.
• Monitor vehicle condition, including fluid levels, tire wear, tire pressure, and overall operational readiness.
• Assist with scheduling routine maintenance and required inspections.
• Help keep vehicles and equipment clean, safe, and professional in appearance.
• Identify maintenance needs and communicate issues promptly.

Assist with Facility and Operational Activities

• Operate fertilizer blending systems and support product mixing operations.
• Assist with inventory management, product storage, and related recordkeeping.
• Calculate application and blending amounts to ensure product accuracy.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, skid steers, and other material‑handling equipment.
• Support a variety of daily operational tasks that help keep the location running efficiently.

Work as Part of a Team

• Assist with special projects and seasonal business needs.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.
• Provide backup support across the location as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure customers receive excellent service and support.

What Will Help You Succeed

We're looking for someone who enjoys a variety of work, values safety, and takes pride in supporting both customers and teammates.

Successful candidates often have:

• Knowledge of basic farm equipment and agricultural operations.
• The ability to move between different responsibilities throughout the day, such as blending products, loading trucks, delivering products, and supporting facility operations.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
• The ability to accurately and safely operate heavy equipment, including semi‑trucks, trailers, sprayers/applicators, forklifts, and other agricultural equipment.
• Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and mobile applications.
• The ability to learn and navigate company systems and software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with customers, management, and team members.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to help where needed.

What You'll Bring

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Experience

• One year or more of related experience and/or training preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Required endorsements to transport hazardous materials and chemical products.

Equipment Experience

• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate equipment such as:
• Tender trucks
• Tankers
• Hopper trucks
• Tractor‑trailers
• Forklifts
• Skid steers
• Agricultural sprayers/applicators

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to work seasonal agricultural hours as business needs dictate, which may include:
• Early mornings
• Late evenings
• Weekends
• Holidays

Why Join Simplot?

This is more than a driving job. It's an opportunity to build a career in agriculture while working with equipment, supporting customers, and making a direct impact on farming operations.

You'll enjoy:

• Variety in your day‑to‑day work.
• Opportunities to learn new equipment and operational skills.
• A team‑oriented environment where everyone contributes to success.
• Meaningful work supporting local growers and agricultural communities.
• A role that combines driving, operations, customer service, and hands‑on problem solving.

If you're someone who enjoys staying active, working independently while being part of a strong team, and taking pride in supporting agriculture, we'd love to meet you.

Travel Required : Less than 10%

Location(s) : SGS Retail - McCrory AR

Country: United States

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.

If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.**