Truck Driver/Applicator

CHS Inc.; Englevale (ND); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CHS Inc. is currently looking for an Applicator/Truck Driver in Englevale, ND. This hybrid position includes driving and application duties depending on seasonal needs. The role encompasses building relationships with local farmers while ensuring product delivery and compliance with regulations.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge of agriculture and be able to lift 75 lbs. CHS provides extensive training and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, 401(k), and more. Join a leading agribusiness today!

Qualifications

• Knowledge of agriculture production and operations.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Apply fertilizer and crop protection products.
• Pick up and deliver products to customers.
• Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of Agriculture Production

Ability to communicate in English

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Sprayer/Floater machine

Forklift

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 Inc. is hiring for an Applicator/Truck Driver in Englevale, ND. This role is a hybrid position where you will be a driver and an applicator depending on the season and business needs. Great opportunity with a variety of work in your day to day!

As a Truck driver you will spend your days making life easier for your customers – farmers, ranchers, local feed & seed stores, community gas stations and refineries. Through moving products from sellers to buyers, transporting supplies from production facilities to customers, and creating long lasting bonds with our customers and co‑ops; CHS drivers keep rural America in business from before spring planting starts to well after fall harvest ends.

As a Custom Applicator you will apply a sense of responsibility and self‑reliance as you work independently, creating relationship with local farmers to acquire knowledge on their chemical and fertilizer needs. You will manage your time in the field by operating a sprayer/floater machine while loading and applying products safely, accurately and efficiently. You will receive hand‑on experience and technical skills by handling many types of machinery and routine equipment maintenance.

Take this opportunity to work with one of the largest co‑ops in the U.S., while still making an impact in our local communities. Our fun and safe work environment is waiting for you, apply today!

Responsibilities

• As directed, apply fertilizer and crop protection products. May require use of a high clearance sprayer or floater.
• Pick up and deliver product to customers as needed.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Educate customers on products being applied to fields, techniques utilized, and how you can continue to support them with products and services.
• Assist the sales staff in ensuring orders are correct and patron needs are met.
• Perform warehouse work including driving loader, forklift, mechanics, and maintenance.
• Lift and load products, 1–2 hours per day.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations including pre‑trip and post‑trip reporting, proper load securement, and hours of service.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle(s) inside and out, and work environment.
• Complete and document daily maintenance inspections. Ensure proper equipment maintenance is completed including repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Training Provided:
  • Crop protection product mixing
  • Operation of application equipment

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Knowledge of Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application
• Must meet minimum age requirement
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand highway traffic signs and signal

Additional Qualifications

• Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card
• Ability to work additional hours, be available for overnight stays and occasional weekends to meet business demands
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred
• Agriculture background and customer experience preferred
• Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience preferred
• 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 a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMCSA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 lbs
• Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs and bins, and into back of trailer
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures

Benefits

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending on the 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 and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.