Operations Support 3 (CDL/DOT) - Edison, CA

Simplot • Bakersfield, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The J.R. 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.

Under general direction, the Operations Support performs a variety of job responsibilities which may include delivery of fertilizer and chemical products to customers from the retail office, customer service, vehicle maintenance, equipment and facility maintenance work, and fertilizer blending.

Requirements

• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Doubles/Triples Endorsement
• HazMat Endorsement
• Tanker Endorsement
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs
• Must be willing and able to work Ag-Industry hours, which may include: Early mornings, Late evenings, Overtime as seasonal needs demand, Weekends and holidays as seasonal needs demand
• Must have the ability to perform mathematical functions

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of basic farm equipment and operation preferred
• Applicators license desired, but not required

Responsibilities

• Performs varied responsibilities such as: equipment and plant maintenance including welding, pump and engine overhauls, painting, and general housekeeping responsibilities; loading and delivering fertilizer and chemicals to customers; operating equipment to blend fertilizer; monitoring product application by calculating amounts, calibrating equipment, controlling application rates, and cleaning and storing equipment after application process; receiving and unloading product and performing warehouse inventory and storage functions.
• Responsible for keeping a clean, orderly vehicle and organizing the warehouse and yard materials.
• Ensure the proper loading and operations of vehicles in compliance with DOT, OSHA and Hazmat regulations.
• Comply with all company and customer safety requirements.
• Miscellaneous duties such as assisting with special projects, attending training sessions, providing back-up when needed, and other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.
• Promote and live the Simplot brand to our customers, employees and community as the best-in-class Agricultural distributor.
• Responsible for accurate, timely, and safe product deliveries and where applicable, product application.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid Family Building Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off - Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Education Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees