Driver Trainee

Keystone Cooperative; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Cooperative is seeking a general backup to the Applicators in Frankfort, KY. The role involves maintaining lots, receiving and delivering products, grounds maintenance, and ensuring equipment compliance.

Responsibilities include assisting with agronomy product handling, operating tender trucks, safety compliance, and supporting inventory measurements. Excellent communication, time management, and a team-oriented attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• CDL preferred or ability to obtain Ag CDL.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and judgment.
• Positive attitude, high energy, attention to detail.
• Must work well in fast-paced environments.
• Strong customer service and teamwork abilities.
• May require extended hours during busy seasons.
• Territory/agriculture knowledge is a plus.
• Hazmat endorsement is a plus.
• Acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Assist with outbound and inbound Agronomy products.
• Operate tender trucks to provide product to equipment.
• Ensure safety compliance.
• Assist in equipment maintenance.
• Maintain facility grounds and perform housekeeping tasks.
• Communicate daily activities to the location manager.
• Prepare and maintain records per regulations and procedures.
• May assist in measuring inventory of dry fertilizer and chemicals.
• Serve as a backup to Applicators.

Skills

CDL preferred

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Fast-paced adaptability

Customer service

Team player

Extended hours

Territory knowledge

Hazmat endorsement a plus

Driving history acceptable

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview:

The purpose of this position is to act as a general backup to the Applicators. This role will engage in a range of responsibilities including general lot maintenance, receiving and delivering product, grounds maintenance and equipment compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Include but are not limited to

• Assist with outbound and inbound Agronomy products
• Operate tender trucks to provide product to custom application equipment
• Ensure safety compliance
• Assist in equipment maintenance
• Assist in housekeeping and maintenance of facility grounds including mowing, spraying weeds, and moving snow
• Communicate daily activities, needs and accomplishments to the location manager
• Prepare and maintain records in accordance with regulations and company procedures
• May assist in measuring inventory of dry fertilizer, NH3, UAN, and other chemicals
• Serve as a backup to Applicators

Skills and Qualifications:

• Class A or B CDL preferred, or ability to obtain Ag CDL
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and judgment skills
• Possess a positive attitude, high energy, and focused attention to detail
• Must have a high sense of urgency and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong customer service and team player attitude
• Ability to work extended hours during busy seasons
• Territory and agriculture knowledge is a plus
• Hazmat endorsement a plus
• Acceptable driving history

Physical Requirements:

• Bending and climbing in and out of the truck
• Lift 40+lbs unassisted