Hybrid Grain Handler/Truck Driver at Cooperative Farmers Elevator

Description

To cracked corn and feed to facilities and to customers in a manner that will optimize the cooperative’s market share and savings, improve the cooperative’s efficiency, help achieve the cooperative’s mission and goals, and result in outstanding customer service.

Requirements

Grain Handler/Truck Driver:

Grain Handler / Truck Driver – Summary

Primary Responsibilities:

• Safely load, unload, and transfer grain between locations.
• Maintain grain quality and track inventory.
• Operate and maintain delivery vehicles and grain handling equipment.
• Assist with feed truck driving and basic mechanical repairs.

Reporting & Communication:

• Submit accurate monthly trip reports.
• Communicate discrepancies, safety concerns, and potential opportunities to supervisor.
• Report unsafe conditions and equipment issues promptly.

Delivery Standards:

• Deliver grain safely, avoiding property damage and spillage.
• Follow safety protocols around farm structures and equipment.
• Ensure proper closure of bin doors and covers post-delivery.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Adhere to HACCP, FDA, OSHA, and other safety regulations.
• Maintain a valid CDL and follow traffic laws.
• Keep vehicles clean and well-maintained per schedule.

Safety & Conduct:

• Attend required safety meetings.
• Uphold company policies and promote teamwork.
• Maintain a professional image and positive attitude.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Class A CDL or ability to complete ELDT.
• Basic computer skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work long hours, climb heights, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail and customer service skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent walking, reaching, and handling.
• Occasional standing, sitting, kneeling, and lifting.
• Visual acuity for close and distance tasks.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in basic qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.