Seasonal Agronomy CDL Driver - Ag-Land FS, Inc. - Green Valley, IL

GROWMARK, Inc.•Green Valley, IL

9d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Ag-Land FS, Inc. is hiring seasonal employees to assist with agronomy operations during the busy season. This position supports daily operations at the agronomy facility and includes operating single, tandem, or multi-axle trucks to deliver and/or pick up agronomy and energy products between company locations and customer sites. Seasonal employees also assist with general facility and operational tasks as needed. This role is a good fit for individuals with agricultural experience who are looking for seasonal work and want to gain hands-on experience in agronomy operations. The company offers opportunities to operate trucks delivering agronomy and energy products, gain hands-on experience in agronomy facility operations, and the opportunity to obtain a CDL or a restricted class B CDL with HAZMAT in some positions. There is also a potential pathway to future full-time opportunities.

Requirements

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 2 years or more of related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to safely operate tractor trailer or tender truck equipment and to meet company and DOT standards.
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
Must have or have the ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements and any other applicable certification, license or permit, valid medical card and satisfactory driving record, as applicable.
Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.
Must be able to obtain and maintain other applicable certifications, licenses, and permits.

Nice To Haves

Have a CDL or interested in obtaining one?
Individuals with agricultural experience who are looking for seasonal work and want to gain hands-on experience in agronomy operations.

Responsibilities

Operates all assigned vehicles, single, tandem, or multi axle configurations, forklifts, etc. in accordance with established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques.
Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.
Follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains a clean truck to present a professional appearance.
Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on trucks, trailers, or railcars by hand or by forklift truck.
Ensures loads are evenly balanced and distributed from the front of the trailer to the back and from side to side, as well checks axle weights and loads them in accordance with the DOT regulations.
Ensures that all deliveries and pickups are made in accordance with time schedules and performs duties in a manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism within the company and the industry.
Ensures that all associated documentation, such as bill of ladings, delivery slips, and invoices are completed accurately and returned to the branch location at the end of the day in order to ensure timely receiving and payment of invoices.
Completes necessary paperwork, including accurate logbooks, records of cargo and any other assigned record-keeping duties daily.
Responsible for maintaining company equipment according to company standards, adheres to the company Uniform Policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.
Performs all other duties as assigned.