Truck Driver/Operations Specialist

CHS; Wiggins (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Truck Driver/Operations Specialist to join their team in Wiggins, CO. This exciting role involves a mix of truck driving and inventory management, ensuring timely and safe deliveries of agricultural products. Candidates should possess a Class A or B CDL and be ready to work in a dynamic environment. The company offers a competitive rewards package, including comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about agriculture, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a thriving organization.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-term Disability

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Must have Class A or B CDL and be detail-oriented.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds and work in adverse conditions.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks for deliveries and manage inventory effectively.
• Conduct equipment maintenance and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Truck Driving

Inventory Management

Customer Service

Communication in English

Education

Class A or B CDL

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Loader

Heavy Machinery

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 10,000 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 High Plains in Wiggins, CO is looking for a Truck Driver/Operations Specialist to join our team. This position entails truck driving (60%) and inventory management (40%). The ideal candidate would have a Class A or B CDL with their tanker endorsement or willing to obtain and be a versatile, detail-orientated worker. CHS is one of the biggest names in agronomy, energy and grain processing. What are you waiting for? Join our amazing team and see where your career takes you!

Responsibilities

• As directed, carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently. Responsibilities may include:
• Prepare trucks and railcars for loading/unloading, which may require sampling, loosening large nuts, opening hatches, and attaching and/or detaching flexible hoses.
• Unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment.
• Conduct and properly record repairs and daily, weekly and monthly maintenance tasks. Regularly inspect in-use equipment.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk or packaged product).
• Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, feed and other to customer sites ensuring accurate and on time deliveries in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws including but not limited to pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement and hours of service.
• Keep all work areas and vehicles in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Conduct regular housekeeping duties such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping and cleaning up spills. Complete appropriate record keeping.
• Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal.
• Perform warehouse work including driving loader, loading/unloading inventory, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
• Promptly report any customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, or safety concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to ensure facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Class A or B CDL.
• Must meet minimum age requirement.

Additional Qualifications

• Maintain a CDL and DOT medical card.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends to meet business demands.
• Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred.
• Valid Class A CDL preferred.
• Agriculture background preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Bulk liquid and hopper bottom experience preferred.
• Forklift and front-end loader 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 to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• 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.

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.

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.