Seasonal Grain Operations

Central United Cooperative; Cobden (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Central United Cooperative in Minnesota is seeking a dependable Grain Handler to unload and load grain, weigh and sample for quality, and help maintain grain facilities and yards. Responsibilities include loading train shuttle cars, transporting grain to farms, and ensuring safety in all operations.

Candidates should have a high school diploma; Class A CDL with tanker & hazmat endorsements preferred but not required; must pass DOT physical and drug tests; able to operate tractors, grain trucks,

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Class A CDL with tanker & hazmat endorsements preferred but not required
• Must be able to pass DOT required physical and related drug test, if applicable
• Ability to operate tractors, semi's, grain trucks, loaders, and conveyors
• Availability to work extended hours during peak seasons
• Must be able to follow directions and effectively communicate with others
• Agriculture background preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming/outgoing grain by unloading/loading trucks
• Weigh, sample, and test grain for quality purposes
• Assist in the general maintenance and housekeeping of grain facilities and the yard(s) to keep things neat and clean. Notify supervisor of any safety concerns
• Load train shuttle cars
• Transport grain off farms and complete local grain deliveries as requested by supervisor
• Observe OSHA, State, and Federal safety regulations
• Monitor and maintain quality of grain inventory
• General maintenance of grain handling equipment
• Provide excellent customer service and assist patrons
• Will assist other departments and cooperative locations as needed
• Additional duties may be assigned by management

Job description

Description

RESPONIBILITIES:

• Handle incoming/outgoing grain by unloading/loading trucks
• Weigh, sample, and test grain for quality purposes
• Assist in the general maintenance and housekeeping of grain facilities and the yard(s) to keep things neat and clean. Notify supervisor of any safety concerns
• Load train shuttle cars
• Transport grain off farms and complete local grain deliveries as requested by supervisor
• Observe OSHA, State, and Federal safety regulations
• Monitor and maintain quality of grain inventory
• General maintenance of grain handling equipment
• Provide excellent customer service and assist patrons
• Will assist other departments and cooperative locations as needed
• Additional duties may be assigned by management

Requirements

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma
• Class A CDL with tanker & hazmat endorsements preferred but not required
• Must be able to pass DOT required physical and related drug test, if applicable
• Ability to operate tractors, semi's, grain trucks, loaders, and conveyors
• Availability to work extended hours during peak seasons
• Must be able to follow directions and effectively communicate with others
• Agriculture background preferred but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 75lbs., climb ladders and/or rail cars, stairs, and bins
• May also be required to work in confined spaces
• Must be able to work in grain dust and during inclement weather
• Must be able to perform all physical requirements of the position