Oakdale Truck Driver Class A - Gateway FS - Oakdale, IL
About The Position
Gateway FS is seeking a Professional Truck Driver based at the Oakdale elevator in Oakdale, Illinois. The driver will spend most of their time hauling grain from the elevator to mills and terminals in Illinois and Missouri, and should be able to work independently. The full-time position offers $23–$25 per hour, benefits, and overtime. Additional work may include fertilizer deliveries and grain handling at the Oakdale facility. The role requires safe operation and maintenance of trucks and related equipment, accurate mileage records, and customer-focused service. Work may take place outdoors in heat, cold, and dusty conditions. Extended hours, including weekends and holidays, may be required during busy seasons. Gateway FS offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to position eligibility. Benefits described include a fully funded pension, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; supplemental insurance plans; paid time off and holidays; a 401(k) with company matching; and an Employee Assistance Program.
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL.
- Desire to provide excellent customer service while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Strong work ethic.
- Ability to work independently and effectively and safely as part of a team.
- Ability to operate grain-handling equipment to load and unload trucks.
- Ability to safely operate equipment such as a forklift and wheel-loader.
- Ability to handle shoveling, kneeling, climbing, sweeping, and lifting up to 70 pounds.
- High school diploma or GED; or one to three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, dust, and other conditions.
- Ability to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays, during busy seasons when needed.
Responsibilities
- Haul grain from the Oakdale elevator to mills and terminals.
- Assist with dry fertilizer deliveries at Oakdale when needed.
- Assist with grain handling at Oakdale to cover vacations and sick time when needed.
- Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and communicate potential problems to Gateway FS employees.
- Maintain mileage records.
- Keep the truck clean and maintain a professional appearance.
- Operate grain-handling equipment to load and unload trucks.
- Safely operate equipment such as a forklift and wheel-loader.
- Contribute to the cleanliness and maintenance of the facility and equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Fully funded pension
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Supplemental accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection plans
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with company matching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Overtime paid at time and a half
- Profit-sharing
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
