Grain Elevator Operator

Bartlett Co.; Savage (MN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Profit sharing

401(k) with company match

Overtime pay 1.5x

Boot voucher

PPE provided

Job summary

Bartlett Co. in Savage, MN is hiring a Grain Elevator Operator to receive, store, and load grain, and to operate conveyors and related equipment while keeping facilities clean and safe on a 1st shift (6am–2pm) with overtime as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to follow English instructions, reliable transportation, and weekend availability; compensation is $22.50 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Available to work overtime and weekends.
• Professional demeanor with safety and quality focus.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Grain receiving, storage, handling, drying, blending, and loading of grain.
• Monitor stored grain condition and maintain grain facilities and equipment.
• Cross-trained to perform a variety of tasks while ensuring a safe environment.

Skills

Reliability

Safety awareness

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Grow Your Career with Bartlett!

Founded in 1907, Bartlett is a diverse agribusiness specializing in grain acquisition, storage, transportation, processing and merchandising. We’re a leading exporter of grain to Mexico and supply flour to a wide range of popular brands you likely encounter every day. As a Savage company, we’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

Compensation: $22.50/hr

Days/Hours: This job will be 1 st shift, 6am to 2pm, 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 times your hourly rate
• PPE provided by the company
• $200 voucher for boots and other select gear
• 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/