Seasonal Grain Elevator Operator - Barge Facility Tech

CGB Enterprises Inc; Naples (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

CGB Enterprises Inc. in Naples, Illinois, is looking for a dedicated individual for an outdoor role involving the loading and unloading of grain barges and trucks. This position emphasizes safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and ideally have some industrial experience. This role includes physical demands such as lifting and working in varying weather conditions, with 12-hour rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Preferred: 1 year of experience working in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Fully participate in the company Safety Program.
• Load and unload grain barges and trucks.
• Perform general clean-up duties and preventative maintenance.
• Operate heavy equipment as required.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to follow directions

Ability to use tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

This role involves loading, unloading and maintaining grain barges and trucks within a fast‑paced outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

• Fully participate in the company Safety Program and attend daily pre‑shift meetings.
• Perform all duties in compliance with OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations, including wearing appropriate PPE.
• Perform deckhand responsibilities such as reading drafts, opening/closing lids, tying off barges, etc.
• Load barges to meet draft and quality requirements and oversee deckhand(s).
• Transfer, load and move grain to appropriate locations while maintaining grain quality.
• Complete documentation timely, accurately and legibly.
• Perform general clean‑up including sweeping, shoveling, washing, painting and other housekeeping duties.
• Perform preventative maintenance and/or repairs where applicable.
• Unloading barges, cleaning barges, moving product to storage, loading trucks using heavy equipment, loading rail, and operating a variety of heavy equipment as required by the facility and location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• No prior experience required.
• Preferred: 1 year of experience working in an industrial environment with a dependable work record.
• Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to complete documentation requirements and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned tasks.

Physical Demands & Requirements

• Constantly balance, bend, stoop, twist, crouch, crawl, kneel and squat.
• Frequently climb stairs and ladders.
• Operate in confined spaces and on barge surfaces.
• Lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. occasionally; may vary by location.
• Work in extreme weather conditions and high dust environments.
• Work rotating 12‑hour shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Travel 5–20% may be required for training or alternate sites.

Pay

Base pay range: $18.00 – $24.00 per hour.

Shift Requirements

12‑hour rotating shifts, including non‑standard business hours such as evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Workplace discrimination is illegal. Please contact [e-mail] for more information.