Seasonal Truck Driver

CHS, Inc.•Big Grove Township, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

CHS Inc. in Newark, IL is looking for a Seasonal Truck Driver to join their team. This individual will be responsible for hauling fertilizer to local farmers, ranchers, and other CHS locations. The ideal candidate will have a Class A CDL license and be available to work May-July, with working hours from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm, Monday through Sunday, depending on weather conditions.

Requirements

Class A CDL
Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand highway traffic signs and signals
Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card
Ability to work additional hours, be available for overnight stays and occasional weekends to meet business demands
Pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMCSA Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

Tanker and Air Brake endorsements preferred
Agriculture background preferred
Customer service experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate and timely pick up/deliveries to our customers in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
Assist with or load or unload, as needed.
Provide excellent customer service. Treat customers professionally; greet customers promptly and courteously. Promptly handle all customer concerns and elevate to leadership if required.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations. To include but not limited to pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement and hours of service.
Maintain cleanliness of vehicle(s) inside and out, and work environment.
Complete and document daily maintenance inspections. Ensure proper equipment maintenance is completed including repairs, and preventive maintenance.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, training, personal protective equipment procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
Report all incidents (bodily or property), accidents, and traffic violations to immediately to supervisor.
Enroll in and complete mandatory CHS random drug and alcohol testing program and the Continuous Monitoring Program.
Assist operational staff and perform other duties as needed or assigned. May include intercompany related driving.