Seasonal Grain Elevator Operator - Barge & Rail Loading

cgb; Colusa (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Grain Elevator Operator in Colusa, IL. This role supports daily operations at facilities handling barges, rail cars and trucks, ensuring smooth grain movement and quality control.

The position starts at $17/hour and involves a broad set of duties across loading, unloading and maintenance. Responsibilities include adhering to safety programs, performing deckhand duties, operating equipment as needed, and completing documentation accurately.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematical skills.
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.
• Ability to complete documentation requirements.
• Ability to follow directions and use logical thought process to interpret oral and written instructions, and troubleshoot problems.
• Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned task.
• Ability to remain focused on exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Actual responsibilities will vary depending on daily needs and type of facility.
• Fully participate in the company Safety Program and attends daily pre-shift meetings.
• Perform all duties within compliance of OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations (ISO where applicable); including wearing appropriate PPE for task being performed.
• Perform deckhand responsibilities e.g., reading drafts, opening/closing lids, tying off barges, etc.
• Perform all barge loading duties e.g., loading barges to meet draft and quality requirements and oversees deckhand(s).
• Perform duties to transfer, load and move grain to appropriate location, where applicable.
• Perform duties required to maintain grain quality while being stored and/or transferred.
• Perform all rail duties e.g. prep, unloading, loading, placement, etc., where applicable.
• Complete all duties of Scale/Probe Operations position, where applicable.
• Complete documentation timely, accurately and legibly.
• Perform general clean-up including sweeping, shoveling, washing, painting and other general housekeeping responsibilities.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Documentation

Following directions

Teamwork

Tools usage

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Education/experience equivalence

Job description

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Grain Elevator Operator in Colusa, IL. This role supports daily operations at facilities handling barges, rail cars and trucks, ensuring smooth grain movement and quality control.

The position starts at $17/hour and involves a broad set of duties across loading, unloading and maintenance. Responsibilities include adhering to safety programs, performing deckhand duties, operating equipment as needed, and completing documentation accurately.