Elevator Operator

scoularcareers; Andres (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Scoular is seeking motivated grain elevator operators to join our team and contribute to our mission of creating safe and reliable supply chain solutions for our customers. This role involves loading/unloading grain, operating heavy equipment, and maintaining grain storage facilities.

Responsibilities include weighing/grading grain trucks, managing piles, and adhering to safety protocols. Applicants should be prepared for overtime, outdoor work in all weather, and potential physical tasks

Qualifications

• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening.
• Ability to work overtime, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be comfortable with climbing ladders, heights and confined spaces.
• Must be able to work in environments with grain dust.
• Wear PPE such as hard hats, safety glasses and safety footwear.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. repeatedly.
• Experience in a grain facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload grain and assist with weighing and grading trucks.
• Operate heavy equipment (loaders, skid steers, track mobiles, rail car movers).
• Manage grain storage by creating/moving piles and cleaning storage areas.
• Maintain a safe work environment and report hazards.
• Perform general maintenance tasks to support operations.

Skills

Grain handling

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Height/space work awareness

Tools

Loader

Skid steer loader

Rail car mover

Job description

Scoular is seeking motivated grain elevator operators to join our team and contribute to our mission of creating safe and reliable supply chain solutions for our customers.

• Safely load and unload incoming and outgoing grain while assisting with the weighing and grading of grain trucks.
• Operate heavy equipment (loaders, skid steer loaders, track mobiles, rail car movers, etc.)
• Manage grain storage by creating and moving grain piles, as well as performing general cleaning and housekeeping of bins and storage structures.
• Ensure a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and promptly reporting any unsafe practices or hazards.
• Perform general maintenance tasks as needed to support operations.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening
• Flexibility to work overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat (90-120F), cold (subzero), and high winds (40+ mph).
• Must be comfortable with climbing ladders, heights, and working in confined spaces
• Must be able to work in environments with dust and airborne particles, including grain dust
• Wear required PPE, such as hard hats, safety glasses, and safety footwear.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks, including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. multiple times per day and standing on hard surfaces for extended periods
• Experience in a grain facility preferred but not required