Seasonal Truck Driver/Operations Specialist

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation - Langdon, ND

Full-time - Entry Level

Langdon, ND

5,001-10,000 employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

CHS Inc. is seeking a seasonal driver to join our team in Langdon, ND for the Fall season, starting in the 1st or 2nd week of October and running until snowfall. This position is crucial during our busy harvest period, and we are looking for someone who can commit to working 6-7 days per week, offering ample opportunity for overtime. The role involves a variety of responsibilities that ensure the smooth operation of our agricultural services, including loading and unloading agricultural inputs, conducting maintenance tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. As a Seasonal Truck Driver/Operations Specialist, you will be responsible for preparing trucks and railcars for loading and unloading, which may involve sampling, loosening large nuts, opening hatches, and attaching or detaching flexible hoses. You will also be tasked with delivering products such as fertilizer, chemicals, seeds, and feed to customer sites, ensuring that deliveries are accurate, timely, and conducted in a safe and professional manner. In addition to driving responsibilities, you will maintain the quality of inventory, conduct regular inspections of equipment, and perform general labor tasks such as grounds maintenance and warehouse work. A strong emphasis on safety is paramount, and you will be expected to promote a safety culture by following all safety policies and procedures, reporting any hazards, and maintaining clean and orderly work areas. This position may also require you to perform other duties as needed to ensure that the facility operates smoothly and that customers receive excellent service.

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

• Class A or B CDL or ability to obtain a Seasonal B
• Skilled in operating 10-speed manual transmission
• Must meet minimum age requirement
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends to meet business demands

Nice-to-haves

• 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

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Volunteer day
• 401(k) participation (subject to eligibility)
• Pension (subject to eligibility)
• Health insurance (subject to eligibility)