Truck Driver/Operations Specialist

Jobtome; Onida (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) and pension

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

CHS Inc. in Onida, SD is seeking a truck driver/operations specialist to haul agronomy products to local customers and assist with site operations during slower driving periods.

A Class A CDL is preferred; we are willing to help the right candidate obtain a CDL license if needed. This is a Monday–Friday daytime role with overtime opportunities during our busy spring season. The job requires lifting up to 75 lbs and the ability to work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
• Prepare trucks and railcars 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

Operations experience

English communication

Safety-minded

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CDL license

DOT medical card

Hazmat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Air Brake endorsement

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 is looking for a truck driver/operations specialist to join our team in Onida. This individual will haul agronomy products to local customers in the area, and help with operations at the site when driving is slow. This is a Monday-Friday, daytime role, with overtime opportunities available during our busy season each spring.

• Our ideal candidate will have a Class A CDL in hand, but we are willing to help the right candidate obtain a CDL license if needed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
• Prepare trucks and railcars 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

• 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

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 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 rail cars, ladders, stairs and bins, and into back of trailer.
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures.

Compensation and Benefits

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.