Special Operations

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Operator to join our Special Operations team in our trade territory (Aberdeen, Bristol, Bowdle, Oakes, Redfield, Highmore, Huron, Kennebec, or Mitchell areas).

About the Role

Special Operations serves to supplement staffing at locations during peak workload times. This position will be responsible for assisting with grain and agronomy operations at multiple locations throughout the Agtegra system where needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform critical operations to keep the facility running: loading/unloading trucks and railcars, other grain handling including, filling/reclaiming of ground piles, transferring, blending etc.
• Provides a high level of customer service by displaying courteous, helpful, and knowledgeable interactions with our patrons.
• Maintains the housekeeping of the facility including: elevators, grounds, buildings, etc.
• Maintains equipment to ensure it’s in good working order, participates in the overall maintenance of the facility and equipment- notifies management of any necessary repairs or possible equipment concerns.
• Be an engaged member of a team and be a self-starter.
• Adheres to all safety regulations, requirements, policies and procedures, including OSHA regulations, the vehicle policy and fleet safety program and DOT regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Diploma/GED or minimum 1 years of agriculture, operations, heavy equipment or construction experience; or combination of education and experience.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• English Proficiency.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including a respirator.
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts.
• Willingness to travel and spend the night away.

Qualifications

Physical Demands

• Regularly stand, walk, use hands, talk or hear and taste or smell.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions.
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Frequent exposure to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Frequent exposure to high, precarious places.
• Frequent exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Frequent exposure to extreme cold.
• Frequent exposure to extreme heat.
• Frequent exposure to risk of electrical shock.
• Exposure to noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Skills

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

Agtegra Cooperative offers a variety of competitive benefits to employees, including healthcare and retirement, generous paid-time-off (PTO), family leave, and a clothing allowance - just to name a few.

Pay

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Schedule

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