Transportation Specialist - Prairieland FS - Taylor, MO

At Prairieland FS, you have the opportunity to make an immediate impact. Working with the industry's top professionals, you'll develop new expertise through varied job experiences and company-sponsored training programs. You'll be recognized and rewarded for your contributions. FS believes in attracting and retaining diverse talent, allowing you to contribute your unique experiences and background to build a community that fosters mutual respect and meaningful relationships.

Pay

Pay range: $15 - $23 per hour. Compensation is determined based on your experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, you may be eligible for overtime, commission, performance-based increases, and bonuses.

About the Role

In this role, you will operate single, tandem, or multi-axle trucks to transport agronomy and energy products, crop production inputs, equipment, and supplies to and from company and customer locations. You will ensure timely, safe deliveries while adhering to specified schedules to support profitable business growth.

Responsibilities

• Operate and safely drive assigned vehicles while efficiently transporting crop production input and energy products and supplies to farms, retail locations, and warehouses.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment, including pre-trip safety checks, monitoring fluid levels, tires, and brakes, and reporting any issues to the maintenance team.
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical issues and safety concerns while performing preventative maintenance.
• Ensure the vehicle is consistently kept clean.
• Safely load and unload containers, pallets, materials, and products onto trucks, trailers, and railcars using hand tools or forklifts.
• Secure cargo, arrange and balance distribution from front to back and side to side, check axle weights, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations during loading.
• Load, transport, and unload agricultural equipment and machinery as needed.
• Ensure the vehicle is in compliance with all state and federal regulations, including maintaining proper documentation and completing necessary inspections.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper handling and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Pick up and transport goods promptly while interacting with customers in a professional and courteous manner to promote superior customer service and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of crop production input and energy products, ensuring accurate inventory counts and proper storage.
• Plan and follow the most efficient routes for timely deliveries, considering traffic, weather, and road conditions.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, vehicle inspections, and any incidents or delays encountered during transport.
• Accurately complete, store, and submit all necessary documentation, including bills of lading, delivery slips, and invoices.
• Maintain accurate driving and delivery logs, including logbooks, cargo records, and other assigned record-keeping tasks.
• Follow GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct, Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures.
• Maintain the assigned vehicle and company equipment according to company standards.
• Comply with the uniform policy and uphold a professional appearance.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in agronomy or energy transportation is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Basic mechanical skills for vehicle maintenance and inspections.
• Knowledge of safe handling and transportation of crop production input and energy products, including hazardous materials.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery and agricultural equipment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional demeanor.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with teammates at all levels.
• Ability to identify and address issues in a proactive manner.
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and teammates.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Demonstrated core competencies, including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision-making, and skill development.
• Obtain a valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with required endorsements (e.g., HazMat, Tanker) within six months of employment and maintain a clean driving record.
• Follow safety and compliance standards to ensure well-being and the safety of others.
• Ability to work hours other than those considered normal at various times throughout the year to meet deadlines and demands.
• Ability to travel occasionally to other company locations or industry events, including overnight stays as needed.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training, including education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures.

Physical Demands

• Frequently lift and carry under 10 lbs, 11-20 lbs, and 21-50 lbs.
• Occasionally lift and carry 51-100 lbs.
• Frequently push and pull under 10 lbs, 11-20 lbs, and 21-50 lbs.
• Occasionally push and pull 51-100 lbs.
• Frequently twist/turn, bend, climb, crawl, kneel, reach outward, reach over head, and reach over shoulder.
• Frequently drive vehicles with automatic or standard transmissions.
• Frequently exposed to cold, heat, dust, dirt, debris, chemicals, and high noise levels.
• Frequently sit, stand, walk on normal, slippery, and uneven surfaces, and work from heights.
• Frequently use keyboard/typing, fine dexterity, handling (grasping, holding), and perform repetitive motion with hands and feet.