Full Time CDL Driver - Ag View FS - Varna, IL

GROWMARK, Inc.; Varna (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded pension

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid PTO

401(k) with company matching

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A regional agronomy and energy provider in Varna, Illinois, is seeking a CDL Driver to operate trucks for deliveries and pickups of products. This role involves performing safety checks, loading/unloading materials, and maintaining accurate records. Applicants must possess a high school diploma, have a valid CDL license, and demonstrate essential abilities in communication and customer focus. The company offers a fully funded pension, health insurance, and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have or obtain a CDL license with required endorsements.
• 2 years of related work experience.
• Valid medical card and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks for delivery of agronomy and energy products.
• Perform daily safety checks and maintain vehicles.
• Load and unload products safely, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Skills

Business knowledge

Communication

Customer focus

Decision making

Skill development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

CDL Driver

Range: $20-$24

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

Purpose and Summary Statement

Operates a single, tandem or multi‑axle configuration truck for delivery and/or pick‑up of agronomy and/or energy products following specified time schedules to/from the company locations or customer locations to achieve profitable business growth.

Essential Job Functions

Operates all assigned vehicle(s), 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, checking fuel, oil, tires, lights, and brakes; follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains a clean truck.

Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products safely on trucks, trailers, or railcars by hand or by forklift truck, ensuring loads are evenly balanced and meet DOT regulations.

Ensures all deliveries and pickups are made in accordance with time schedules, promoting superior customer service and professionalism.

Ensures all associated documentation, such as bills of lading, delivery slips, and invoices, are completed accurately and returned to the branch location at the end of the day to ensure timely receiving and payment of invoices.

Completes necessary paperwork, including accurate logbooks and records of cargo on a daily basis.

Other Job Functions

Maintains company equipment according to company standards; adheres to the company Uniform Policy; maintains the appropriate professional image.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, and 2 years or more of related work experience.

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

Must have or obtain a CDL license with required endorsements and any other applicable certifications, licenses, and permits, plus a valid medical card and satisfactory driving record.

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

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Noisy conditions
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Lift 51–70 lbs.

Benefits

Fully funded pension, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, supplemental plans, paid PTO and holidays, 401(k) with company matching, and Employee Assistance Program. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity, Disabled, Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. 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 Requirements

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