Truck Driver/Operations Specialist
Holdrege, NE, US, 68949
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
CHS is looking for a Driver/Operations Specialist to join our team in Holdrege! This individual will haul liquid fertilizer products to local customers in the area, and work operations at the site when driving is slow.
A Class A CDL is required for this position and highly preferred, we would be willing to work with Class B drivers to upgrade their license for the right candidate. A tanker endorsement is also required, we will help a candidate obtain this if they do not have one.
Join our amazing team today!
Responsibilities
- As directed, carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
- Prepare trucks and railcars for loading/unloading including sampling, loosening large nuts, opening hatches, and attaching or detaching hoses.
- Load and unload agricultural inputs using machinery or equipment.
- Conduct and record repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Monitor and maintain quality of inventory.
- Deliver products to customer sites safely and accurately.
- Ensure compliance with all laws including pre- and post-trip reporting and hours of service.
- Maintain clean and safe work areas and vehicles.
- Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal.
- Perform warehouse duties including forklift operation.
- Report customer complaints and safety concerns promptly.
- Maintain and promote a strong safety culture.
- Follow all company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications (required)
- Knowledge of Operations and/or Trucking Operations
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English
- Must meet minimum age requirement
Additional Qualifications
- 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
- 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
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift 75 lbs
- Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs and bins, and into back of trailer
- Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com; to verify that the communication is from CHS.
Nearest Major Market: Hastings
Nearest Secondary Market: Kearney