Seasonal Grain Handler Technician

Founded in 1969, CGB Enterprises, Inc. is 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

This position is primarily responsible for working at a facility that loads and unloads rail cars and trucks. It is a general role performing a wide variety of duties based on the daily operational needs. Responsibilities will vary depending on the type of facility and daily requirements.

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.
• Transfer, load, and move grain to appropriate locations.
• Perform rail duties such as prepping, unloading, loading, and placement of rail cars.
• Weigh trucks and grade grain.
• Complete documentation accurately and legibly in a timely manner.
• Perform general clean-up, including sweeping, shoveling, washing, painting, and other housekeeping tasks.
• Perform preventative maintenance and/or repairs where applicable.
• Maintain grain quality during storage and transfer.
• Depending on the facility, may operate heavy equipment, load trucks/rail cars, run/monitor/shut down dryers, or move product to storage.
• 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 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.
• Commitment to exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.

Physical Demands & Requirements

• Ability to balance constantly/continuously.
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, crouching, crawling, kneeling, and squatting.
• Frequent climbing of stairs and ladders, including working at significant heights.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks without distraction constantly/continuously.
• 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 (at some facilities).
• Ability to enter information into a computer.
• Frequent grasping and reaching.
• 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/swift water (where applicable).
• 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; may need to identify problems with grain.

Environmental Conditions

The role 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 $16.50 - $25.00 per hour. Actual pay offered may vary depending on work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant experience.