Truck Driver
Watertown, SD, US, 57201-7047
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 Herman in Watertown, SD is looking for a Truck Driver to join our team! This individual would be responsible for hauling dry and liquid fertilizer to our local customers and also doing maintenance in the off season. This is a M-F position with weekends and longer hours expected during busy seasons. A Class A CDL is required with the ability to hold hazmat and tanker endorsements. Join our team in Watertown today!
Responsibilities
- Operate a semi‑tractor and trailer and or straight truck to deliver products to customers in the area in a safe and timely manner.
- Load and unload product as required, including connecting and disconnecting trailers for product transfer, and follow safety protocols for handling products
- Prepare and complete delivery documentation and daily load/unload reports; record accurate electronic logs.
- Provide professional customer service during pickups and deliveries and maintain positive customer interactions
- Drive in accordance with DOT regulations, company policies, and compliance requirements
- Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, and report maintenance, safety, or equipment concerns promptly. Perform interior maintenance and upkeep as needed.
- Report accidents, incidents, near misses, and equipment issues; follow required
- Provide informal guidance and support to fellow drivers as needed regarding routes, equipment operation, and safety practices
- Perform other duties as assigned by manager. Additional maintenance, cleaning, and operational tasks as needed
Minimum Qualifications (required)
- Valid Class A or Class B CDL (as required for the equipment/route)
- Have a minimum of 1 year of verifiable CDL driving experience
- Must meet age requirement
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and compliance, and complete required documentation accurately
Additional Qualifications
- Demonstrate the ability to operate independently in a high‑skill driving role, including managing complex routes or delivery requirements
- Demonstrated safe-driving performance and ability to make sound safety decisions in changing weather and road conditions
- Strong customer service skills and a history of positive customer feedback
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
- Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings, which may include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to safely climb in and out of truck cabs and trailers
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions; travel and time away from home as required by the schedule
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.