Driver, CDL (Seasonal) - AgVantage FS - New Hampton, IA

AgVantage FS is headquartered in Waverly, Iowa with branches in Northern and Eastern Iowa. The cooperative serves approximately 23,000 customers in agronomy, energy, precision agronomy, and agri-finance, and is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

About the role

Operates and maintains single, tandem, or multi-axle trucks/trailers and forklifts for delivery and pick-up of agronomy and energy products following specified time schedules to achieve profitable business growth.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains all assigned vehicles (single, tandem, or multi-axle configurations) and forklifts in accordance with established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques.
• Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.
• Follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains a clean truck to present a professional appearance.
• Loads and unloads trucks according to company policies and DOT regulations.
• Ensures all deliveries, pick-ups, and associated documentation are completed according to company expectations and standards.
• Maintains company equipment according to company standards, adheres to the company Uniform Policy, and upholds a professional image.
• Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct, Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates the FS Way Standards: Trust, Responsiveness, Excellence, Expertise, and Solution Focused.
• Performs basic shop maintenance and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision-making, and skill development.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a CDL License with required endorsements, valid medical card, and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.
• Occasionally exposed to extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.), noisy conditions, dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures.
• May be required to work at varying heights.
• Ability to move up to 100 lbs.
• Willingness to participate in required training, including education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures.