Grain Truck Driver

Cooperative Farmers Elevator•Ashton, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grain Truck Driver is responsible for delivering corn and soybeans both off-farm and intercompany. This role operates under the direction of the location manager and company fleet manager, ensuring safe and timely deliveries to optimize market share, savings, and efficiency. The position aims to support the cooperative's mission and goals while providing outstanding customer service.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
General computer knowledge
Class A CDL license or must be able to successfully complete the Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) when required
Ability to work long seasonal hours
Ability to climb heights
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Detailed oriented to provide accurate and consistent work
Excellent customer service skills
Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and talk or hear
Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms
Occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Responsibilities

Unload product according to delivery request
Verify product listed on the ticket is loaded and delivered correctly
Transfer product between locations
Maintain grain quality, measure, and track grain inventory
Perform basic grain handling; loading, and unloading
Perform basic mechanical maintenance
Perform maintenance and repairs to equipment
Haul off farm and intercompany to locations
Submit trip report to supervisor monthly
Fill out trip report completely and accurately
Inform your supervisor of discrepancies in your reports as soon as you are aware of them
Inform your supervisor of potential problems or potential new business opportunities directly or indirectly related to your department
Report any unsafe equipment or working conditions to your supervisor
Report any needed repairs or special maintenance to your supervisor immediately
Deliver orders safely
Use extreme caution while driving in farmers’ yards; drive slowly and watch for children, pets, animals, toys, flower beds, hedges, and lawns
Watch for overhead wires when using augers
Avoid damage to farmers’ buildings, bins, or property when positioning for unloading
Avoid spilling the product; clean up spillage that occurs
Ensure bin doors and covers are closed when delivery is complete
Observe and report any unusual activity, problems, and farmers’ complaints to your supervisor
Maintain a valid commercial driver’s license
Maintain and Operate delivery vehicle safely
Check lights and safety equipment daily
Obey all traffic laws, including: Driving within posted speed limits, Stopping and looking for traffic at all stop signs, Drive defensively
Allow no riders who have not been approved by your supervisor
Wash vehicle as weather and operating conditions require to maintain a clean vehicle
Follow the regular vehicle maintenance schedule provided by your supervisor
Uphold all cooperative policies
Follow and comply with all laws and regulations both State and Federal
Attend employee safety meetings, etc. held as required or scheduled in conjunction with Safety Director or location
Perform other duties as assigned by management
Receive favorable feedback from all department managers when assigned to perform or assist with other duties and responsibilities in those departments
Attitude consistently mirrors the company image and promotes fellow employee teamwork
Present a professional image through words, actions, and personal appearance