Operations Specialist- Truck Driver

$61,110 - $61,110/Yr

CHS Inc. Lemmon, SD - Lemmon, SD

Full-time - Entry Level

Lemmon, SD

About the position

The Operations Specialist - Truck Driver at CHS Inc. is a full-time role focused on loading and unloading agricultural products, performing maintenance and repairs, and ensuring the quality of grain and agronomy products. This position offers the opportunity to work with one of the largest cooperatives in the U.S. while making a positive impact in the local community. The role involves hands-on work and the potential to obtain a CDL certification.

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.

Requirements

• Ability to operate heavy machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of agricultural products and their handling requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety protocols.
• Good communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.
• Ability to perform physical labor and work in various weather conditions.

Nice-to-haves

• CDL certification or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience in agricultural operations or logistics.
• Familiarity with safety regulations in transportation and handling of agricultural products.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage between $18.37 and $29.38.
• Opportunity for career advancement within the company.
• Training and certification opportunities, including obtaining a CDL.