Grain Elevator Operator - Barge Facility Tech

At CGB, you can contribute to meaningful work, grow professionally and personally, and belong in a place where everyone has a voice. Founded in 1969, CGB Enterprises, Inc. is known as an innovative and progressive leader in the grain and transportation industries. Today, CGB operates an enterprise with over 100 locations and nearly 2,000 U.S. employees overseeing a diverse family of businesses that provide services for producers and logistics for an international customer base.

About the role

Support safe, efficient barge loading through hands-on work that directly keeps operations running smoothly. This position is primarily responsible for working at a facility that loads and unloads barges and trucks. As a general laborer, you will perform a wide variety of duties based on the daily needs of the operation, which may include cleaning and repair of barges.

Responsibilities

• Fully participate in the company Safety Program and attend daily pre-shift meetings.
• Perform all duties in compliance with OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations (ISO where applicable), including wearing appropriate PPE for the task.
• Perform deckhand responsibilities, such as reading drafts, opening/closing lids, and tying off barges.
• Perform barge loading duties, including loading barges to meet draft and quality requirements and overseeing deckhand(s).
• Transfer, load, and move grain to appropriate locations while maintaining grain quality during storage and transfer.
• Complete documentation accurately, timely, and legibly.
• Perform general clean-up, including sweeping, shoveling, washing, painting, and other housekeeping tasks.
• Perform preventative maintenance and/or repairs where applicable.
• Depending on facility and location, may unload barges, clean barges, move product to storage, load trucks using heavy equipment, load rail, load products to required specifications, operate and monitor dryers, and operate various heavy equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: 1 year of experience working in an industrial environment with a dependable work record.
• Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization.
• Ability to complete documentation requirements and follow directions using logical thought processes to interpret instructions and troubleshoot problems.
• Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned tasks and remain focused on exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.

Physical Demands & Requirements

• Ability to balance constantly/continuously.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, crouch, crawl, kneel, and squat frequently.
• Ability to frequently climb stairs and ladders and work at significant heights.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks without becoming distracted.
• Ability to distinguish grade, color, odor, and damage characteristics in grain samples (at some facilities).
• Ability to distinguish differences in odor intensity or quality using the nose.
• Ability to enter information into a computer.
• Ability to grasp and reach frequently.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. occasionally to continuously, depending on daily needs.
• Ability to meet requirements for and utilize all applicable PPE.
• Ability to meet requirements of PFT and fit testing, where applicable.
• Ability to pass all required testing under FRA and DOT for this position (where applicable).
• Ability to perform work in confined spaces.
• Ability to safely walk on barge surfaces and work around deep or swift water.
• Ability to stand and walk constantly/continuously.
• Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person, and over two-way radio, including recognizing emergency alarms.
• Ability to understand and communicate written instructions.
• Ability to walk safely on top of railcars, open gates, operate vibrators, etc., where applicable.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and/or alternate shifts as needed.
• Ability to work in environments with high dust levels around grain and other bulk products (where applicable).
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
• Acutely aware of surroundings with the ability to quickly adjust to signals or changes in the environment.
• Uses near, far, and peripheral vision and depth perception for tasks, including identifying problems with grain.
• Required to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including non-standard business hours (evening, nighttime, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours) at the Convent, LA location only.

Environmental Conditions

The work environment requires working both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment. Travel may be required (5%-20%), including off-site training and/or work at alternate locations.

Pay

The expected base pay range for this role is $18.00 - $25.00 per hour. Actual pay offered may vary depending on work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant experience.

Benefits

• Outstanding 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid leave (holidays, vacation, sick).
• Wellness programs.
• Recognition programs.
• Community involvement opportunities.