Grain Truck Driver

Cooperative Farmers Elevator•Rock Rapids, IA

About The Position

Provide safe, timely, and efficient transportation of corn and soybeans from farms and between cooperative locations while delivering dependable service to customers and supporting cooperative operations. The role also supports grain handling, inventory measurement, grain quality, and other departments as needed. The employee operates and maintains assigned vehicles and equipment, follows company safety policies and applicable regulations, and represents the cooperative professionally.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education and experience.
Class A CDL or ability to successfully complete required Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT).
Basic computer skills.
Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons.
Ability to climb and work at heights and sit for extended periods.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate work.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to talk or hear.
Ability to walk and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to occasionally stand, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Safely load, haul, transfer, and unload grain and other products according to delivery instructions.
Verify that products and quantities are loaded and delivered accurately.
Haul grain from farms and between company locations.
Assist with grain handling, inventory measurement, and maintaining grain quality.
Perform basic maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles and equipment.
Complete required trip reports accurately and on time.
Report equipment concerns, unsafe conditions, discrepancies, and potential business opportunities to a supervisor.
Safely operate and maintain assigned vehicles and equipment.
Complete daily vehicle and safety equipment inspections.
Follow traffic laws and practice defensive driving.
Keep vehicles clean and follow required preventive maintenance schedules.
Immediately report needed repairs or maintenance.
Follow company safety policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
Attend required safety meetings and training.
Support other departments as needed.
Promote teamwork and maintain a positive, professional attitude.
Represent the cooperative professionally with customers, coworkers, and the public.
Perform other duties as assigned.