Seasonal Grain Operator

River Valley Cooperative; DeWitt (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

River Valley Cooperative is seeking a Seasonal Operator to support productive farming operations and ensure safe, efficient handling of equipment, chemicals, and grain across our facilities.

You will perform vehicle inspections, operate heavy machinery, and uphold OSHA and DOT regulations while working outdoors in varying weather. CDL is a plus; basic computer skills and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in agriculture or a related field preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Valid driver’s license
• CDL or Seasonal CDL is a plus

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain all equipment and vehicles
• Handle and deliver bulk and packaged chemicals
• Unload and load grain from storage bins and/or transportation
• Perform daily vehicle inspections
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Utilize heavy machinery, such as an end loader or skid steer
• Observe all OSHA, DOT, state, and federal safety regulations at all times
• Follow housekeeping practices that keep the facilities neat and clean

Skills

Agriculture experience

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

CDL (Seasonal)

Job description

Overview

As a Seasonal Operator, you will be responsible for providing quality products and services in the operations that support River Valley Cooperative members in their farming operations and help maintain a sustainable local cooperative operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain all equipment and vehicles
• Handle and deliver bulk and packaged chemicals
• Unload and load grain from storage bins and/or transportation
• Perform daily vehicle inspections
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Utilize heavy machinery, such as an end loader or skid steer
• Observe all OSHA, DOT, state, and federal safety regulations at all times
• Follow housekeeping practices that keep the facilities neat and clean

Note: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in agriculture or a related field preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Valid driver’s license
• CDL or Seasonal CDL is a plus

Working Conditions

May be exposed to dust, noise, heat, cold, agricultural chemicals, and vapors, and moving machinery. May be required to work long hours during peak season, and outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Benefits

For information about our benefits package, please visit our website at https://www.rivervalleycoop.com/careers.