Grain Elevator Operator

Location 10376 East State Rte 762,Lockbourne, OH, 43137,United States Base Pay $20.00 - $23.00 / Hour Employee Type Full Time - Non-Exempt Required Degree High school Manage Others No Looking to build a hands-on career in grain handling with a company that promotes from within? The DeLong Co. is hiring an Elevator Operator - Level 1 to join our Hampshire team. You'll learn the fundamentals of grain handling operations, keep our facility running safely and efficiently, and be the friendly face our customers see when they pull in. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE Get hands-on training in grain handling, mobile equipment operation, and facility maintenance — no prior experience required Work as part of a close-knit team where your effort and safety awareness are noticed and valued Build real skills operating tandem trucks, tractors, and skid-steers alongside experienced operators Be a trusted face for customers coming through the Hampshire location Clear path to grow into an Elevator Operator - Level 2 role THE WORK ENVIRONMENT This is active, outdoor work at a working grain elevator. You'll be on your feet dumping and loading trucks, keeping the facility clean and organized, and climbing up to the grain leg platform as part of daily operations. The environment includes: Outdoor work across all seasons and weather conditions, plus dusty environments Typical 40–45 hour weeks, with harvest season (approx. September–December) requiring weekends and 65–75 hour weeks Physical work including repeated lifting up to 40 lbs Climbing to the top grain leg platform and working safely within platform handrails WILLINGNESS TO WORK OUTSIDE ALL YEAR IS A MUST! The DeLong Co., Inc. offers affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx and Life insurance coverage. 401k with matching, FSA and Dependent Care Accounts Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life and Voluntary Long Term Disability WHAT YOU'LL BRING Required: Basic computer skills to navigate the internet for online education Ability to communicate well with customers and fellow employees High School Diploma or equivalent Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance Preferred: Comfort with basic mathematical concepts — percentages, decimals, multiplication Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge Willingness to learn all applicable Standard Operating Procedures for the facility ABOUT THE DELONG CO., INC. The DeLong Co. has been serving agricultural communities for generations. Our elevator teams are the backbone of our grain operations, and we invest in developing operators who want to grow their skills and their careers. When you join our Hampshire team, you're joining a company that believes in building from within. Note: Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The DeLong Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The DeLong Co., Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr