Elevator Operator

the equitya; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental Leave

Referral Program

Incentive Program

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life insurance & disability

Job summary

The Equity is seeking an Elevator Operator at our Martinsville grain facility to ensure safe, efficient handling, conditioning, storage, and movement of grain. You will work with the Grain Superintendent to maintain quality, monitor operations, and provide excellent customer service.

You must follow all safety policies, have strong communication, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. The role involves working indoors and outdoors with equipment, travel to other locations as needed, and supporting

Qualifications

• Excellent Customer Service skills.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to interact effectively with management and customers.
• Has a self-motivating personality as well as team-building skills.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Follow all personnel and safety policies.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all established personnel and safety policies and procedures.
• Assists the grain superintendent with the operation of the grain facility. Receiving, grading, conditioning, drying, storing, blending, and loading out of grain in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the VP of Grain and Grain Superintendent.
• Be knowledgeable of governmental regulations concerning OSHA, EPA, and the storing and handling of grain.
• Assists customers in a prompt, efficient, and courteous manner.
• Assists the grain superintendent in communication of quantity and quality of grain stocks and storage space available.
• Perform all tasks required at the facility that contribute to customer service, grain conditioning and facility maintenance

Skills

Excellent Customer Service

Excellent communication

Interacts with management and guests

Self-motivating personality

18 years or older

Job description

Martinsville - Elevator Operator

The Elevator Operator position supports the daily operation of the grain facility, helping ensure the safe, efficient handling, storage, conditioning, and movement of grain. This position works closely with the Grain Superintendent to maintain grain quality, monitor facility operations, communicate inventory and storage needs, and provide excellent customer service. The ideal candidate is committed to safety, knowledgeable of grain industry regulations, and willing to assist with all aspects of facility maintenance and operations.

Location

8801 E US Highway 40, Martinsville, IL 62442

Reports to

Grain Superintendent

Salary

$17-$24 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all personnel and safety policies
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all established personnel and safety policies and procedures
• Assists the grain superintendent with the operation of the grain facility. Receiving, grading, conditioning, drying, storing, blending, and loading out of grain in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the VP of Grain and Grain Superintendent
• Be knowledgeable of governmental regulations concerning OSHA, EPA, and the storing and handling of grain.
• Assists customers in a prompt, efficient, and courteous manner
• Assists the grain superintendent in communication of quantity and quality of grain stocks and storage space available
• Perform all tasks required at the facility that contribute to customer service, grain conditioning and facility maintenance

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Leadership Characteristics

• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to interact effectively with management and customers
• Has a self-motivating personality as well as team-building skills
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Work Environment

All safety equipment provided by the company. The employee will work both inside and outside with mechanical equipment and occasionally climbing and working in high places.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; climb; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may lift up to 50 pounds.

Travel

The employee may be required to travel to other locations, conferences, educational opportunities, and other job-related activities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Date Posted

06/30/2026

Who is The Equity?

The Equity is an independent ag cooperative headquartered in Effingham, Illinois and has over 600 employees. Our market area currently includes 22 locations and covers central Illinois and southwest Indiana. The Equity has five divisions including: Agronomy, Grain, Feed & Livestock, Energy, and two Retail Stores, plus a Precision Agronomy dealership as well as a cutting-edge drone sprayer business. The Equity’s mission is to deliver value to our customers through operational excellence, providing information, exploring opportunities, and supporting profitable roles for producers.

Benefits Overview

• Paid vacation, 6 days Paid Time for All, 8 paid holidays, 3 paid floating holidays
• 401k match up to 6%
• One week paid Parental Leave
• Referral Program
• Company Incentive Program
• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid Life insurance and long-term disability insurance