CDL Driver (Ottawa Agronomy Warehouse) - GRAINCO FS, Inc. - Ottawa, IL

CDL Driver (Ottawa Agronomy Warehouse)

Company: GRAINCO FS, Inc City: Ottawa State: IL

DIVISION: Agronomy

STATUS: Hourly, Non-Exempt

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT Operates a single, tandem or multi-axle configuration truck for delivery and/or pick-up of agronomy and/or energy products following specified time schedules to/from the company locations or customer locations to achieve profitable business growth.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Operates all assigned vehicles, single, tandem, or multi axle configurations, forklifts, etc. in accordance with established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques. Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes. Follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains a clean truck to present a professional appearance. Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on trucks, trailers, or railcars by hand or by forklift truck. When loading, ensures loads are evenly balanced and distributed from the front of the trailer to the back and from side to side and loads them in accordance with the DOT regulations. Ensures that all deliveries and pickups are made in accordance with time schedules and performs duties in a manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism within the company and the industry. Ensures that all associated documentation, delivery slips, and invoices are completed accurately and returned to the branch location at the end of the day in order to ensure timely receiving and payment of invoices. Warehousing duties, including, but not limited to, loading and unloading product, organizing products for delivery and warehouse inventory management.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Responsible for maintaining company equipment according to company standards, adheres to the company Uniform Policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 2 years or more of related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to safely operate tractor trailer or tender truck equipment and to meet company and DOT standards. Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development. Must have or have the ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements and any other applicable certification, license or permit, valid medical card and satisfactory driving record, as applicable. Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant. Must be able to obtain and maintain other applicable certifications, licenses, and permits. Occasionally exposed or required to: Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.) Noisy conditions Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures May be required to work at varying heights Lift 51 - 70 lbs.

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Our benefits packages are designed to support every aspect of our employees' well-beingfrom health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more. We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future. Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

• UNITED STATES: Fully Funded Pension* 401(k) & Employer Match Medical, Dental, Vision HSA & Employer Contributions Life Insurance Disability Identity Protection *The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.
• **Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.
• CANADA: DC Pension Plan RRSP Medical, Dental, Vision Life Insurance Disability Volunteer Day *Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

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