Seasonal Field & Grain Operations Specialist

NEW Cooperative Inc.; Creston (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

NEW Cooperative is seeking a qualified individual to join our agronomy and grain operations team, providing customer services safely and efficiently. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, equipment operation, and adhering to maintenance standards in a farmer-owned cooperative environment.

Qualified candidates must hold a Class A CDL with tanker and HazMat endorsements, be insurable, and be able to obtain a Commercial Handler’s or Applicator’s License.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed and insurable to drive.
• Must have or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with tanker and HazMat endorsement.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Handler’s or Applicator’s License.
• High school diploma or GED with 1-3 months of related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Understand the seasonality of the farm supply business and the in-season time commitment.
• Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with customers and individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Possesses problem solving capability and understands the operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in loading and unloading of products from vehicles based on work orders.
• Unloads and loads grain from trucks and wagons.
• Fill and transport NH3 equipment.
• Operate commercial application equipment as needed.
• Operate a semi-truck in the off-season or as needed.
• Assist in other areas of the location as needed.
• Perform standard routine maintenance of equipment.
• Ensure that work area, equipment, and vehicles are neat, clean, and well maintained.
• Use all tools, equipment, and vehicles carefully and for their intended use.
• Works extended hours as requested by supervisor to ensure good customer service in busy season.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Safety awareness

Heavy vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A

HazMat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Job description

NEW Cooperative is seeking a qualified individual to join our agronomy and grain operations team, providing customer services safely and efficiently. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, equipment operation, and adhering to maintenance standards in a farmer-owned cooperative environment.

Qualified candidates must hold a Class A CDL with tanker and HazMat endorsements, be insurable, and be able to obtain a Commercial Handler’s or Applicator’s License.