Truck Driver/Operations Specialist

CHS, Inc.; Haxtun (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS, Inc. in Haxtun, CO is seeking a Truck Driver/Operations Specialist to join our team.

This role focuses on operating our fertilizer blending plant and chemical warehouse, with duties including filling in for driver tasks and delivering fertilizer to local customers. The ideal candidate has a Class A CDL or the ability to obtain one (we can assist) and is comfortable working a Monday–Friday schedule with occasional Saturday duties during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
• Prepare trucks for loading/unloading.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs using machinery or equipment.
• Conduct and record repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Monitor and maintain inventory quality.
• Deliver products safely and professionally.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations including hours of service.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas.
• Perform grounds and warehouse maintenance.
• Report safety or customer issues promptly.
• Maintain strong safety culture.
• Perform other assigned duties

Skills

English communication

Tools

CDL

DOT medical card

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 in Haxtun, CO is looking for a Truck Driver/Operations Specialist to join our team! This individual would be mainly responsible for operations tasks including managing our fertilizer blending plant and our chemical warehouse. You would also be responsible for filling in for driver tasks. This could include delivering dry and liquid fertilizer to our local customers. This is a M-F role with Saturdays as needed during our busy seasons. The ideal candidate would have their Class A CDL or the ability to obtain (we can assist). Join our team today!

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
• Prepare trucks for loading/unloading.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs using machinery or equipment.
• Conduct and record repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Monitor and maintain inventory quality.
• Deliver products safely and professionally.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations including hours of service.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas.
• Perform grounds and warehouse maintenance.
• Report safety or customer issues promptly.
• Maintain strong safety culture.
• Perform other assigned duties

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Trucking Operations
• Must meet minimum age requirement
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English

Additional Qualifications

• Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card
• Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends
• Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred
• Valid Class A CDL preferred
• Agriculture background preferred
• Customer service experience preferred
• Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience preferred

Physical Requirements

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

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 and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.