Truck Driver/Operations Specialist

CHS, Inc.•Ethan, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CHS is looking for a Full Time Truck Driver/Operations Specialist to join our team in Ethan, SD! This individual will be hauling fertilizer and grain to and from local customers in the area. This is a Monday- Friday, daytime role, with extensive overtime opportunities during our busy season in the spring. We are looking for a Class A Driver to join our team. We are willing to help the right candidate obtain a CDL license, we highly prefer candidates have some type of driving or equipmnet operation experience. Join our amazing team today!

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED preferred
Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card.
Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends to meet business demands
Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred
Valid Class A CDL preferred
Agriculture background preferred
Customer service experience preferred
Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare trucks and railcars for loading/unloading, which may require sampling, loosening large nuts, opening hatches, and attaching and/or detaching flexible hoses.
Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment.
Conduct and properly record repairs and daily, weekly and monthly maintenance tasks. Regularly inspect in-use equipment.
Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk or packaged product).
Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, feed and other to customer sites ensuring accurate and on time deliveries in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws including but not limited to pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement and hours of service.
Keep all work areas and vehicles in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Conduct regular housekeeping duties such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping and cleaning up spills. Complete appropriate record keeping.
Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal.
Perform warehouse work including driving loader, loading/unloading inventory, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
Promptly report any customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, or safety concerns to supervisor.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned to ensure facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.