Truck Driver

CHS Inc.; Tribune Township (KS); On-site; USD 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Health savings/401(k)

Paid time off

401(k)

Pension

Profit sharing

Short/long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

CHS United Plains is seeking a Truck Driver to haul agricultural commodities to customers in a timely manner. The role involves operating a semi tractor/trailer or straight truck and ensuring safety, compliance, and accurate documentation.

The schedule is M-F, home daily, with weekends as needed during busy seasons; ideal candidate holds a Class A CDL. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, customer service during pickups and deliveries, pre-trip inspections, and maintaining logs and

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class A or Class B CDL.
• Must read, write, and communicate in English.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate a semi tractor and trailer or straight truck to deliver products safely and timely.
• Load and unload, connect/disconnect trailers, and follow safety protocols.
• Prepare delivery documents and daily load/unload reports; maintain electronic logs.

Skills

Class A CDL

English communication

Safety compliance

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Pre-employment screenings

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS United Plains is looking for a Truck Driver to join our team. This individual is responsible for hauling agricultural commodities to our customers in a timely manner. The schedule for this position is M-F home daily with weekends as needed during the busy seasons. The ideal candidate would possess a Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Operate a semi tractor and trailer and or straight truck to deliver products to customers in the area in a safe and timely manner.
• Load and unload product as required, including connecting and disconnecting trailers for product transfer, and follow safety protocols for handling products
• Prepare and complete delivery documentation and daily load/unload reports; record accurate electronic logs.
• Provide professional customer service during pickups and deliveries and maintain positive customer interactions
• Drive in accordance with DOT regulations, company policies, and compliance requirements
• Perform pre trip and post trip inspections, and report maintenance, safety, or equipment concerns promptly. Perform interior maintenance and upkeep as needed.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses, and equipment issues; follow required
• Participate in ongoing training to enhance route knowledge, equipment operation skills, and safety awareness
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager. Additional maintenance, cleaning, and operational tasks as needed

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Entry-level to early-career commercial driving role; prior experience preferred but not required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class A or Class B CDL
• Must meet age requirement
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and compliance, and complete required documentation accurately.

Additional Qualifications

• Prior commercial driving experience (including experience operating a straight truck or tractor/trailer)
• Demonstrated safe-driving performance and ability to make sound safety decisions in changing weather and road conditions
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings, which may include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely climb in and out of truck cabs and trailers

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include

• medical
• dental
• vision
• wellness programs
• life insurance
• health and dependent care spending accounts
• paid time off
• 401(k)
• pension
• profit sharing
• short- and long-term disability
• tuition reimbursement
• adoption assistance

subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to [e-mail]; to verify that the communication is from CHS.