TEST REQ Seasonal General Labor - 730

The DeLong Co., Inc.; Garden Prairie (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The DeLong Co., Inc. is seeking a dependable General Labor team member for our grain elevator operation. This outdoor role keeps the grain moving and requires a safety-minded, hands-on approach throughout the day.

You will operate equipment, assist with grain receiving and load-out, and work with a skilled team to maintain efficient operations while developing real, marketable skills in PLC/controls and equipment operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience at a grain handling facility.
• Ability to read amp and percentage meters.
• Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Solid math skills—percentages, decimals, and multiplication.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and support grain receiving and load-out.
• Keep the facility running efficiently and safely.
• Work with an experienced team in a well-established company.

Skills

Safety-minded

Team player

Ability to read amp/percentage meters

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLC/controls

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brief Description

If you're someone who thrives working with your hands, isn't afraid of a hard day's work outdoors, and takes pride in being part of an operation that keeps the food supply moving — this role was built for you. The DeLong Co. is looking for a dependable, safety-minded General Labor team member for our grain elevator operation.

• Be part of a critical operation — grain elevators sit at the heart of American agriculture
• No two days are the same — fast-paced, hands-on work that keeps you engaged
• Work alongside an experienced team in a well-established, community-rooted company
• Develop real, marketable skills in grain handling, PLC/controls, and equipment operation
• Opportunities to grow within a company that promotes from within

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE

• Be part of a critical operation — grain elevators sit at the heart of American agriculture
• No two days are the same — fast-paced, hands-on work that keeps you engaged
• Work alongside an experienced team in a well-established, community-rooted company
• Develop real, marketable skills in grain handling, PLC/controls, and equipment operation
• Opportunities to grow within a company that promotes from within

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1–2 years of experience at a grain handling facility
• Working knowledge of PLC/controls and the ability to read amp and percentage meters
• Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Solid math skills — comfortable with percentages, decimals, and multiplication
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively and work in confined spaces
• Physical comfort working at heights up to 150 feet and in all weather conditions
• Flexibility to work long hours, including weekends, holidays, and evenings during peak season
• A genuine safety-first attitude — you look out for yourself and your teammates

Preferred

• Strong people skills and a team-first mentality
• Comfortable with technology, computers, and basic Microsoft Office
• Experience in a fast-paced, multi-task work environment

About The Delong Co., Inc.

The DeLong Co. has been serving agricultural communities for generations. Our grain operations are a vital part of the local and regional food supply chain, and the people who work in them are essential to everything we do. When you join our team, you're not just filling a position — you're becoming part of an operation that matters.

Role

This is an active, outdoor role at a working grain elevator. You'll be on your feet and engaged throughout the day — operating equipment, supporting grain receiving and load-out, and keeping the facility running efficiently. The environment includes:

• Outdoor and indoor work across all seasons — you'll be comfortable in this role if you genuinely enjoy working outside
• Working at heights up to 150 feet with proper safety harnesses and equipment — full training and gear provided
• Activity around heavy trucks and grain handling machinery — safety awareness is essential and rewarded here
• A fast-moving, team-driven atmosphere during peak grain seasons