Oakdale Truck Driver Class A - Gateway FS - Oakdale, IL
About The Position
Gateway FS is seeking a full-time Professional Truck Driver – Class A based at the Oakdale elevator in Oakdale, Illinois. Most of the work involves hauling grain from the elevator to mills and terminals in Illinois and Missouri. The role requires working independently as well as safely and effectively with a team. The driver may also assist with dry fertilizer deliveries and grain handling at Oakdale when needed, including vacation and sick-time coverage. Compensation is $23–$25 per hour, with benefits and overtime. Overtime is paid at time and a half. The position involves operating and maintaining trucks and related equipment, completing trip inspections and mileage records, and helping maintain the facility and equipment. Work takes place outdoors in varying conditions, including heat, cold, and dust. Extended hours, weekends, and holidays may be required during busy seasons. Gateway FS offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may 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. Benefits eligibility may vary by position. Compensation may depend on experience, location, and other legally permissible factors.
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL.
- High school diploma or GED; or one to three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Desire to provide excellent customer service while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Strong work ethic.
- 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 work outdoors in conditions including heat, cold, and dust.
- Ability to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays, during busy seasons when needed.
- Ability to handle shoveling, kneeling, climbing, sweeping, and lifting up to 70 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Haul grain from the Oakdale elevator to mills and terminals in Illinois and Missouri.
- 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-trip and post-trip inspections and communicate potential problems to other 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.
- Work effectively and safely as part of a team to accomplish goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Fully funded pension
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Supplemental plans, including accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with company matching
- Free Employee Assistance Program
- Profit-sharing
- Time-and-a-half pay for overtime work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
