Seasonal Chemical & Fertilizer Operation Laborer

River Valley Cooperative; Galva (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

River Valley Cooperative in Galva, Illinois is seeking a Seasonal Operator to join our operations team on the Day Shift. You will support member farmers by operating and maintaining equipment, handling bulk and packaged chemicals, and helping keep grain logistics running smoothly.

Responsibilities include daily vehicle inspections, loading/unloading grain, and adhering to OSHA and DOT safety standards. A valid driver's license is required, CDL is a plus, and prior agriculture experience is

Qualifications

• Previous experience in agriculture or a related field preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL or Seasonal CDL is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain all equipment and vehicles.
• Handle and deliver bulk and packaged chemicals.
• May unload and load grain from storage bins and or transportation.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Utilize heavy machinery, such as an end loader or skid steer.
• Observe all OSHA, DOT, state, federal safety regulations at all times.
• Follow housekeeping practices that keep the facilities neat and clean.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Agriculture experience

CDL

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Galva - Galva, IL 61434, Position Type: Seasonal, Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day Shift, Job Category: General Labor, As a Seasonal Operator, you will be responsible for providing quality products and services in the operations that will assist member owners of River Valley Cooperative to be financially successful in their farming operations and provide for a sustainable local cooperative operation to serve member needs.

What You'll Do:

• Operate and maintain all equipment and vehicles
• Handle and deliver bulk and packaged chemicals
• May unload and load grain from storage bins and or transportation.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Utilize heavy machinery, such as an end loader or skid steer
• Observe all OSHA, DOT, state, federal safety regulations at all times.
• Follow housekeeping practices that keep the facilities neat and clean.

Note: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications: What You'll bring:

• Previous experience in agriculture or a related field preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Valid driver’s license
• CDL or Seasonal CDL is a plus!

Working Conditions:

May be exposed to dust, noise, heat, cold, ag chemicals, and vapors, and moving machinery. May be required to work long hours in season, as well as work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Benefits:

For information about our benefits package, please visit our website at https://www.rivervalleycoop.com/careers..