Truck Driver/Applicator

CHS, Inc.•Minot, ND

About The Position

CHS Dakota Agronomy Partners has an exciting opportunity for a Truck Driver/Applicator at our Minot, ND location. In this role, you’ll experience a mix of responsibilities—operating sprayers and spreaders during the busy season and assisting with equipment maintenance, hauling, and seed plant operations in the offseason. There is an expectation to obtain your CDL and Applicator license, and we’ll provide the training needed to help you succeed. If you have experience with heavy equipment or a farm background, this is a great chance to build a rewarding career in agriculture.

Requirements

1+ years of experience in Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application
Must meet minimum age requirement
Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand highway traffic signs and signals

Nice To Haves

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
High School diploma or GED preferred
Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred
Agriculture background and customer experience preferred
Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience preferred

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, apply fertilizer and crop protection products. May require use of a high clearance sprayer or floater.
Pick up and deliver product to customers as needed.
Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
Educate customers on products being applied to fields, techniques utilized, and how you can continue to support them with products and services.
Assist the sales staff in ensuring orders are correct and patron needs are met.
Perform warehouse work to including driving loader, forklift, mechanics, and maintenance.
Lift and load products, 1-2 hours per day.
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.
Perform other duties as assigned.