Applicator/Driver CDL, Experienced
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.
About the role
We're seeking individuals with a strong work ethic, a passion for the agriculture industry, and a willingness to learn. If you're ready to make an impact and join a supportive, hardworking team, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Under general supervision, apply fertilizer and crop protection products. May require use of a high clearance sprayer or floater.
- Pick up and deliver product to customers as needed.
- Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
- Educate customers on products being applied to fields, techniques utilized, and how you can continue to support them with products and services.
- Assist the sales staff in ensuring orders are correct and patron needs are met.
- Perform warehouse work including driving loader, forklift, mechanics, and maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations including pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement and hours of service.
- Maintain cleanliness of vehicle(s) inside and out, and work environment.
- Complete and document daily maintenance inspections.
- Ensure proper equipment maintenance is completed including repairs and preventive maintenance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL
- 1+ years of experience in Agriculture Production, Operations, and/or Agriculture Application
- Must meet minimum age requirement
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand highway traffic signs and signals
- Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card
- Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred
- Agriculture background and customer 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
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness programs
- Life insurance
- Health and dependent care spending accounts
- Paid time off
- 401(k), pension, and profit sharing
- Short- and long-term disability
- Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance
Benefits are subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
Pay
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.