Operations Specialist/Truck Driver

CHS; Valley City (ND); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Specialist/Truck Driver for a hybrid role in Valley City. This position offers a unique blend of driving and operational responsibilities, making it ideal for those who thrive in dynamic environments. As a key player in the agricultural supply chain, you will ensure timely deliveries to farmers and local businesses, while also maintaining equipment and inventory quality. Join a company committed to empowering agriculture and enjoy a supportive workplace with opportunities for growth and community impact. If you're ready to make a difference and enjoy a variety of tasks each day, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Trucking Operations.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload grain, agronomy, and feed products.
• Deliver products ensuring accurate and on-time deliveries.

Skills

Operations Management

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Heavy Machinery Operation

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Heavy Duty Machinery

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers, and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food, and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS Dakota Plains Ag is hiring for an Operations Specialist/Truck Driver in Valley City, ND. This role is a hybrid position where you will be a driver and an operations specialist depending on the season and business needs. Great opportunity with a variety of work in your day to day!

As a CHS driver, you will spend your days making life easier for your customers – farmers, ranchers, local feed & seed stores, community gas stations, and refineries. Through moving products from sellers to buyers, transporting supplies from production facilities to customers, and creating long-lasting bonds with our customers and co-ops; CHS drivers keep rural America in business from before spring planting starts to well after fall harvest ends.

As an Operations Specialist within CHS Grain and Agronomy, you will:

1. Load and unload grain, agronomy, and feed products.
2. Work with your hands by performing scheduled maintenance and repairs.
3. Acquire knowledge on how to monitor and maintain grain quality, mix/load fertilizer/chemical products, and assist in loading trains.
4. Obtain certifications to operate equipment including the opportunity to obtain your CDL.

Take this opportunity to work with one of the largest co-ops in the U.S., while still making an impact in our local communities. Our fun and safe work environment is waiting for you, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently. Responsibilities may include:
• Prepare trucks and railcars for loading/unloading, which may require sampling, loosening large nuts, opening hatches, and attaching and/or detaching flexible hoses.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light-duty machinery/equipment.
• Conduct and properly record repairs and daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks. Regularly inspect in-use equipment.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk, or packaged product).
• Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, feed, and other to customer sites ensuring accurate and on-time deliveries in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws including but not limited to pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement, and hours of service.
• Keep all work areas and vehicles in a clean, orderly, and safe condition. Conduct regular housekeeping duties such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping, and cleaning up spills. Complete appropriate record keeping.
• Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal.
• Perform warehouse work including driving loader, loading/unloading inventory, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
• Promptly report any customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, or safety concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to ensure facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Trucking Operations
• Must meet minimum age requirement

Additional Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends to meet business demands
• Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred
• Valid Class A CDL preferred
• Agriculture background preferred
• Customer service experience preferred
• Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience preferred
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements, and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 pounds
• Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs, and bins and into back of trailer
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives, and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills, and certifications.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to [e-mail] to verify that the communication is from CHS.