Seasonal Grain Elevator Operator

Kids for the Future; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

The DeLong Co. is hiring a Seasonal Elevator Operator at our Ridgefield location in Crystal Lake, IL. This full-time, non-exempt role involves hands-on grain handling and facility operations, with safety training and opportunities for progression.

Typical schedule is 40–45 hours per week, through harvest (Sept–Dec), with busier weeks reaching 65–75 hours and weekend shifts required.

Qualifications

• High school degree required.
• Seasonal role through harvest; weekends required.
• Hands-on grain handling and facility operations experience would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Safely dump and load grain trucks
• Keep the facility clean and organized with daily housekeeping and recordkeeping
• Observe and participate in grain handling operations
• Assist with mobile equipment operation
• Open and close railcar hopper gates and lids
• Inspect and document fall protection equipment
• Support digital documentation and permitting for specific operations
• Follow all safety training requirements and PPE policies
• Lend a hand with preventative maintenance and millwright tasks
• Take part in weekly safety training

Skills

Grain handling

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school

Job description

• Location 8550 Ridgefield Road,Crystal Lake, IL, 60012,United States
• Base Pay $20.00 - $22.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time - Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

Are you looking for hands-on, physical work with a hardworking team? The DeLong Co. is hiring a Seasonal Elevator Operator at our Ridgefield location — someone who can safely handle grain, keep the facility running smoothly, and pitch in wherever needed.

SCHEDULE

Typically 40–45 hours per week. This is a seasonal role that runs through harvest (approximately September through December) and will require weekends, with hours increasing to 65–75 per week during the busiest stretch of the season.

WHY THE DELONG CO.

We put safety, teamwork, and growth at the center of everything we do. As a seasonal team member, you\'ll get:

? Hands-on training in grain handling and facility operations

? A supportive crew and direct access to experienced operators and leadership

? A clear path to promotion into our Elevator Operator – Level 2 role

? The chance to be part of the team during our busiest, most important season

WHAT YOU\'LL DO

As Elevator Operator, you\'ll support day-to-day facility operations. Day to day, you will:

• Safely dump and load grain trucks
• Keep the facility clean and organized with daily housekeeping and recordkeeping
• Observe and participate in grain handling operations
• Assist with mobile equipment operation
• Open and close railcar hopper gates and lids
• Inspect and document fall protection equipment
• Support digital documentation and permitting for specific operations
• Follow all safety training requirements and PPE policies
• Lend a hand with preventative maintenance and millwright tasks
• Take part in weekly safety training