Route Driver - Seasonal

AgSource group; Ellsworth Township (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

AgSource group in Ellsworth, IA seeks a Seasonal Route Driver to provide timely pickup and delivery of samples, equipment and supplies. You must drive safely, follow company policy, and maintain attendance as an essential function of the role.

You will schedule vehicle maintenance with the Fleet Manager, keep mileage and expenses records, and collaborate with teammates to ensure accurate, on-time handling of all pickups and deliveries. Safety and reliability are critical in this driver position.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Pick appropriate samples, equipment and supplies from prescribed pickup locations and deliver all equipment and supplies to designated people and/or places at the respective drop location as designated for proper and expedient handling.
• Schedule maintenance of company vehicles in accordance with AgSource policy and follow the maintenance schedule supplied by the Fleet Manager.
• Maintain records of miles driven, vehicle expenses, other general maintenance items and submit to your immediate supervisor at the end of every month.
• Promote and adhere to safety in the workplace.
• Perform additional related duties as requested.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safe driving

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Farmers all around the world need tools to help provide the very best care to their land and animals. From seed to cheese, we help support those farmers through our herd and feed management solutions, milk recording and analysis, agricultural testing, consulting and more.

For the past 60 years we at AgSource have woken up each day to support those that never stop feeding the world – and we have no plans to quit. We set the standard for farm management solutions and fix our eyes on raising the bar to meet the next generation of expectations.

Seasonal Route Driver – Ellsworth, IA

SUMMARY STATEMENT

AgSource is seeking a seasonal Route Driver to provide timely pickup and delivery of appropriate samples, equipment and supplies. This candidate will also need to exhibit safe driving skills and follow AgSource policy concerning company vehicle operation and maintenance. Maintaining good attendance is a condition of employment and an essential function of your job.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pick appropriate samples, equipment and supplies from prescribed pickup locations and deliver all equipment and supplies to designated people and/or places at the respective drop location as designated for proper and expedient handling.
  
• Schedule maintenance of company vehicles in accordance with AgSource policy and follow the maintenance schedule supplied by the Fleet Manager.
  
• Maintain records of miles driven, vehicle expenses, other general maintenance items and submit to your immediate supervisor at the end of every month.
• Promote and adhere to safety in the workplace.
• Perform additional related duties as requested.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid driver’s license, exhibit safe driving methods in an effort to avoid injury and losses due to accidents, and maintain an excellent driving record.
• Must have strong customer service skills in order to conduct yourself in a courteous and proficient manner.
• Possess strong organizational skills and have the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently and possess effective communication skills.