Driver, CDL (Seasonal)

FS System; Lowden (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) Employer Match

HSA Contributions

Life Insurance

Job summary

AgVantage FS in Lowden, IA seeks a seasonal CDL Driver to operate and maintain trucks and forklifts, conduct pre-trip inspections, and ensure timely deliveries with proper documentation. The role requires a high school diploma, a valid CDL with endorsements, and the ability to work extended hours and be on-call as needed.

Safety and compliance are emphasized throughout the role. Join a team serving agronomy, energy, and agri-finance sectors with focus on professional appearance and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
• Must possess or have ability to obtain and maintain a CDL License with required endorsements and medical card and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains all assigned vehicles, single, tandem, or multi axle configurations, forklifts, etc in accordance with established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques.
• 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.
• Loads and unloads trucks according to company policies and DOT regulations.
• Ensures that all deliveries and pick-ups, and all associated documentation are made according to company expectations and standards.

Skills

CDL License

Safety Awareness

Pre-trip Inspections

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

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Driver, CDL (Seasonal) - AgVantage FS - Lowden, IA

Company: AgVantage FS

City: Lowden

State: IA

AgVantage FS is headquartered in Waverly, Iowa with branches in Northern and Eastern Iowa. AgVantage FS has about 400 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 23,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, energy, precision agronomy, and agri-finance. AgVantage FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

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

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Operates and maintains all assigned vehicles, single, tandem, or multi axle configurations, forklifts, etc in accordance with established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques.

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.

Loads and unloads trucks according to company policies and DOT regulations.

Ensures that all deliveries and pick-ups, and all associated documentation are made according to company expectations and standards.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsible for maintaining company equipment according to company standards, adheres to the company Uniform Policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply. Demonstrates the FS Way Standards: Trust, Responsiveness, Excellence, Expertise and Solution Focused.

Perform basic shop maintenance.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent.

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a CDL License with required endorsements and any other certification, license or permit, valid medical card and satisfactory driving record, as applicable.

Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.

Occasionally exposed or required to:

Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)

Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures

May be required to work at varying heights

Move up to 100lbs

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages aredesigned to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more.We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

Nearest Major Market: Cedar Rapids
Nearest Secondary Market: Iowa City
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