Grain Elevator Operator

Bartlett Co.; Duluth, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Paid holidays

Profit sharing

401(k) with match

Overtime pay (1.5–2x)

PPE provided

Cold weather clothing reimbursement

Safety culture

Uniform services time off

Uniform differential pay

Team appreciation

Job summary

Bartlett Co. in Minnesota is seeking a hands-on Grain Elevator Operator for first shift, 7am–3:30pm, Mon–Fri with overtime and weekends as needed. You will handle grain receiving, storage, drying, blending, and loading, ensuring safe, efficient operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, ability to read/write English, reliable transportation, and willingness to pass a background check. PPE provided; benefits available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation to work.
• Must read, write, and understand English.
• Available for overtime and weekends.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Receive and store grain; handle and load grain.
• Drying and blending of grain.
• Monitor stored grain condition and cleanliness.
• Maintain and clean grain facilities and equipment.
• Cross-train to perform various tasks.

Skills

English literacy

Reliable transportation

Overtime availability

Professional demeanor

Background check pass

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posted Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 7:00 AM

The Basics

Compensation: $27.88/hr, raise to $28.88/hr after 90 days

Days/Hours: This job will be 1 st shift, 7am to 3:30pm, Monday thru Friday with overtime as needed, including weekends.

Equipment Used: Various grain handling equipment, mainly conveyors and legs

Material Handled: Bulk commodities: wheat, corn, soybeans, etc

Check out this video about a Day in the Life of our Elevator Operators!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcb5kBwhokA

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Bartlett:

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401(k) with match
• Over time that pays 1.5 to 2 times your hourly rate
• PPE provided by the company
• Cold weather clothing reimbursement
• A culture of safety
• Uniform Services Time Off (USTO)
• Uniform Services Differential Pay
• A culture that appreciates Team Members

What you’ll be doing:

The duties of this hands-on job will include grain receiving, storage, handling, drying, blending, and loading of grain; monitoring stored grain condition; and maintaining and cleaning grain facilities and equipment to provide a safe environment for you and fellow Team Members. Grain Elevator Operators will be cross-trained to perform a variety of tasks.

Requirements to be successful in this position:

• High school diploma or GED
• Reliable transportation
• For safety reasons, must be able to read, write, understand and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English
• Available to work overtime and weekends
• Professional demeanor (safety conscious, quality of job performance, cleanliness, and verbal communications)
• Able to pass a criminal background check

Here are some of the physical requirements for this role:

• This job can be physically strenuous
• You will be expected to be able to work in tight and confined spaces
• You will work at heights
• You will need the ability to frequently lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally more
• This job will require the ability to ascend/descend ladders
• You will be required to wear PPE

Additional Information:

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
• You may view available jobs at www.bartlettco.com/careers and apply using the online job posting.
• Team members may be eligible for a benefits package that is dependent on hours worked and position classification. This package may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; supplemental coverage options; health savings and flexible spending accounts; paid time off; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with company match. Benefits are subject to change. For more information visit https://savageco.com/careers/benefits-information/