General Laborer

River Valley Cooperative; Annawan (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

River Valley Cooperative in Annawan, IL is seeking a hands-on General Laborer to assist with grain handling, agronomy operations, and maintenance. This full-time, day-shift role requires physical strength and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

You will operate tractors, forklifts, and other farm equipment, support with loading/unloading, fertilizer applications, and keep accurate records. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required, with basic computer skills a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in agriculture or related field preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with grain handling operations, including loading and unloading trucks, operating grain elevators, and maintaining grain storage facilities.
• Support agronomy operations by assisting with fertilizer and chemical applications, crop scouting, and equipment maintenance.
• Perform general maintenance tasks, such as repairing equipment, cleaning work areas, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Operate machinery and equipment, such as tractors, forklifts, and other farm implements, following proper procedures and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, inventory levels, and equipment maintenance.
• Attend cooperative meetings and work to improve personal skills and knowledge.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Equipment operation

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Annawan - Annawan, IL 61234 Position Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day Shift Job Category: General Labor As a General Laborer, you will be responsible for assisting with various tasks related to grain handling, agronomy operations, and general maintenance. This is a hands-on role that requires physical strength and the ability to work in various weather conditions.

What You'll Do

• Assist with grain handling operations, including loading and unloading trucks, operating grain elevators, and maintaining grain storage facilities.
• Support agronomy operations by assisting with fertilizer and chemical applications, crop scouting, and equipment maintenance.
• Perform general maintenance tasks, such as repairing equipment, cleaning work areas, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Operate machinery and equipment, such as tractors, forklifts, and other farm implements, following proper procedures and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, inventory levels, and equipment maintenance.
• Attend cooperative meetings and work to improve personal skills and knowledge.

Note: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You'll bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in agriculture or a related field preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Valid driver's license

Working Conditions

May be exposed to dust, noise, heat, cold, ag chemicals, and vapors, and moving machinery. May be required to work long hours in season, as well as work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Benefits

For information about our benefits package, please visit our website at https://www.rivervalleycoop.com/careers.