Grain Service Specialist

Aurora Cooperative Elevator Company; Axtell (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Cooperative Elevator Company in Keene, NE is seeking a safety-conscious worker to operate and maintain our grain elevator daily. Under the direction of the Terminal/Location Manager, you will assist farmers by dumping grain, perform maintenance, keep the facility clean, and maintain records.

The role requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and obtain a CDL with Hazmat endorsement. You will learn automation software, help load trains at shuttle loaders, and support other

Qualifications

• Demonstrate ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Have machine knowledge, perform machine maintenance, and keep machines clean.
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers, employees, customers, stockholders, and outside third-party interests.
• Demonstrate organization, planning, and problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet schedules and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist farmer/owners with dumping grain from trucks
• Perform preventive maintenance on elevator and equipment
• Assist with cleanliness of facility
• Good recordkeeping
• Help with grain condition
• Advise on-site grain movement and aeration of grains
• Learn software system for automation
• Ability to load trains at shuttle loaders
• Provide additional support to other divisions within the company
• Accept change in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Teamwork

Machine maintenance

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Keene - 170 - Axtell, NE 68924

Purpose and Summary Statement

Under the direction of the Terminal/Location Manager is responsible for safely completing work on a daily basis within the grain elevator.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist farmer/owners with dumping grain from trucks
• Perform preventive maintenance on elevator and equipment
• Assist with cleanliness of facility
• Good recordkeeping
• Help with grain condition
• Advise on-site grain movement and aeration of grains

Other Job Functions

• Getting repairs done in a timely matter and as needed
• Learn software system for automation
• Ability help load trains at any of the shuttle loaders at ACE
• Provide additional support to other divisions within the company as needed
• Accepting change in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to use hand equipment i.e.-scoops, brooms, scrappers, etc.

Education and Experience

Functional Competencies

• Demonstrate ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Have machine knowledge, perform machine maintenance, and keep machines clean
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to communicate effectively with company managers, employees, customers, stockholders, and outside third-party interests
• Demonstrate organization, planning, and problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize work, and with ability to perform under schedules and deadlines

Other Requirements

Proven ability to maintain confidentiality.

Demonstrate a positive “Can Do” attitude; strong work ethic, self-starter that requires little supervision and has a high level of initiative.

Willing to work additional hours beyond the normal work week. Some nights, weekends and holidays

A valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a CDL with Hazmat endorsement.

Qualifications