Truck Driver/Operations Support 3 (Wauchula, FL)

Simplot; Wauchula (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) and PTO

Overtime opportunities

Home every night

Job summary

Simplot in Wauchula, FL is seeking a Truck Driver/Operations Support 3 to operate and maintain company vehicles in compliance with DOT requirements. This role combines driving duties with warehousing support and basic fleet maintenance, delivering to customers and supporting the location with safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate holds a Class A or B CDL with HazMat and Tanker endorsements, has 3+ years of related experience, and can communicate in English; Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Class A or B CDL required.
• HazMat & Tanker endorsements required.
• 3+ years of related experience (agriculture or equipment operation preferred).
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (forklifts, moffet trucks, semi-trucks, trailers).
• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, mobile apps).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and operates company assigned vehicles according to State and Federal DOT/DMV standards regarding safe transportation of non-hazardous and hazardous materials including proper HAZMAT placarding when required.
• Responsible for general maintenance on company assigned tractors, trailers, and forklifts which may include but is not limited to replenishing fuel, checking and replenishing fluid levels, tire wear and air pressure monitoring, monitor vehicles general operational systems, assisting location manager with scheduling state inspection requirements, maintaining and scheduling routine service and maintenance, keeping inside and outside of vehicle clean and presentable.
• Maintains accurate pre and post trip driver's logs and inspection sheets according to State and Federal DOT requirements.
• Operates warehouse forklift, prepares product for delivery, securely loads product on the truck for delivery to customer locations following company required safety procedures at all times. May be asked to preform will call pickups at vendor locations as needed.
• Responsible for offloading products at customer locations, assisting customers with rotating products as needed. Exceptional customer service and professionalism always expected.
• Expected to perform varied responsibilities when not delivering products including but not limited to general equipment and warehouse maintenance, general housekeeping/cleaning, loading and offloading inbound and outbound LTL/FTL shipments, storing/stocking of products, participate in routine inventory counts, product rotation and storage, participating in and completing company assigned training.
• Other miscellaneous duties may include, providing back-up to location manager/warehouse employees, assisting with and participating in special projects and training classes, may be asked to assist with deliveries at other Simplot locations when required.

Skills

CDL

HazMat endorsement

Bilingual English/Spanish (plus)

Strong communication

Customer service

Heavy equipment operation

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Truck Driver/Operations Support 3 (Wauchula, FL)

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Why Join Simplot?

At Simplot, we're proud to be a best-in-class agricultural distributor with a strong commitment to our employees, customers, and community. As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and more.
• 10 paid holidays and leave benefits.
• Full-time position with seasonal overtime opportunities.
• Home every night.
• Opportunities for license/endorsement sponsorship and career growth.
• Strong safety culture.

What You'll Do

• Maintains and operates company assigned vehicles according to State and Federal DOT/DMV standards regarding safe transportation of non-hazardous and hazardous materials including proper HAZMAT placarding when required.
• Responsible for general maintenance on company assigned tractors, trailers, and forklifts which may include but is not limited to replenishing fuel, checking and replenishing fluid levels, tire wear and air pressure monitoring, monitor vehicles general operational systems, assisting location manager with scheduling state inspection requirements, maintaining and scheduling routine service and maintenance, keeping inside and outside of vehicle clean and presentable.
• Maintains accurate pre and post trip driver's logs and inspection sheets according to State and Federal DOT requirements.
• Operates warehouse forklift, prepares product for delivery, securely loads product on the truck for delivery to customer locations following company required safety procedures at all times. May be asked to preform will call pickups at vendor locations as needed.
• Responsible for offloading products at customer locations, assisting customers with rotating products as needed. Exceptional customer service and professionalism always expected.
• Expected to perform varied responsibilities when not delivering products including but not limited to general equipment and warehouse maintenance, general housekeeping/cleaning, loading and offloading inbound and outbound LTL/FTL shipments, storing/stocking of products, participate in routine inventory counts, product rotation and storage, participating in and completing company assigned training.
• Other miscellaneous duties may include, providing back-up to location manager/warehouse employees, assisting with and participating in special projects and training classes, may be asked to assist with deliveries at other Simplot locations when required.

What You Bring

• Class A or B CDL required.
• HazMat & Tanker endorsements required.
• 3+ years of related experience (agriculture or equipment operation preferred).
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (forklifts, moffet trucks, semi-trucks, trailers).
• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, mobile apps).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish is a plus but not required.

Other Information

Combination of education, training and/or experience will be considered for this position.

Disclaimer - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

This position is not eligible for relocation.

Job Requisition ID: 27118

Travel Required: None

Location(s): SGS Warehouse - Wauchula

Country: United States

The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.

If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see theWashington State Attorney General's Washington Fair Chance Act Guide (https://agportal-s3bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Civil%20Rights%20Division/Fair%20Chance%20Act/FCA-Flyer_June%202026_English_Update.pdf?VersionId=mmfHLJ9an2.w58wsyA2a.Buxej.FZ06Y) and RCW 49.94.010 (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.94) for more information.

Nearest Major Market: Sarasota