Truck Driver

Truck Driver

Agtegra Cooperative is a local agricultural cooperative headquartered in Aberdeen, SD. It is owned by over 7,000 farmers and ranchers, predominantly in North and South Dakota, with a network of over 70 locations and 850 employees.

At Agtegra, our mission is simple: we will do something great for farms and families in rural communities that nobody else will do. To accomplish this, Agtegra offers diverse career opportunities where employees can grow and work in their local communities. Your personal and professional needs matter here which is why we offer 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. It's not just a job at Agtegra it's a place where we invite all employees to "Start Here. Grow Here."

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Truck Driver to join our team. Our drivers are valued members of the operation and play an important role in serving our customers, supporting our locations, and keeping agriculture moving safely and efficiently. The Truck Driver is responsible for driving diesel powered straight trucks or tractor trailer combination to transport and deliver grain or materials in liquid, loose, or packaged form.

This role offers scheduled loads, more predictable hours, local driving, and the ability to be home every night.

If you have a CDL Class A and experience in truck driving, delivery, heavy equipment, application, production, or agricultural operations, your background may be a strong fit for our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation of the truck and its contents and tendering to applicators in the field with filling and other needs that may help maximize actual application time throughout the day.
• Operating machinery and equipment as required, including providing accurate and efficient unloading and delivery of product, inspection of all assigned trucks for defects/safety hazards before and after trips, submitting report indicating truck condition, submitting accurate sales tickets and required records
• Performing basic clean-up and preventative maintenance on all assigned trucks, and other shop duties along with various plant operation and general maintenance and housekeeping. Monitors equipment for fertilizer or chemical leaks
• Completes all chemical logs, Agtegra Truck logs and DOT Truck logs; maintains driver log per I.C.C. regulations.
• Interacting regularly with customers, peers, and management to provide exceptional customer service, pursue continuous improvement of facility operations, and promote a teamwork focused environment.
• Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures and maintaining a safe and clean work environment, including compliance with US DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements, the Agtegra Drug Free Workplace Policy, OSHA regulations, and the Agtegra Vehicle Policy and Fleet Safety Program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma/GED or 0-1 year related experience; or combination of education and experience
• Commercial Driver's License: Class A CDL preferred; tanker endorsement will be required, and hazmat endorsement is suggested and may be required later
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• English Proficiency.
• 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 overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• General knowledge of valves and tanks and their operation is beneficial.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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 stand; walk; use hands; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Why Drive for Agtegra?

At Agtegra, driving can be a rewarding, long-term career. We also support team members who are interested in developing additional skills and exploring other opportunities within the cooperative.

• Agtegra offers:
  • A strong commitment to keeping our employees and teams safe
  • Company-paid CDL renewal and applicable DOT fees
  • Company-paid opportunities to obtain required tanker and, if needed, hazmat endorsements
  • Opportunities to learn, develop, and grow within Agtegra
  • Competitive pay dependent on experience and generous benefits - including a pension plan

Agtegra Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer.