Potato Harvest Truck Driver (Burbank, WA)

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Potato Harvest Truck Driver (Burbank, WA)

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

We're looking for seasonal drivers (no CDL required!) to support our potato harvest. In this role, you'll operate diesel-powered trucks to haul potatoes from the field to the potato shed, helping keep harvest operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport potatoes from the field to the warehouse

• Load trucks in the field while working alongside harvesting equipment (including loading directly under a harvester)

• Sit for long periods of time while operating trucks, often for the majority of the workday

• Communicate with team members to ensure accurate and timely delivery of product

• Support overall harvest operations and assist with additional tasks as needed

Typical Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, but not required

Relevant Experience

• Prior experience in general farming or agricultural operations preferred

• At least 1 year of truck driving experience, including driving in off-road conditions (e.g., in a field)

• Experience loading under a harvester preferred

Requirements

• Valid driver's license required

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

• Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Reliable attendance and ability to arrive on time for scheduled shifts

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job Requisition ID: 26319

Travel Required: None

Location(s): L&L Farm Pasco - Burbank

Country: United States

Rate of pay: $20.84/HR

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Attractive total rewards package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision coverage

• 401(k) savings plan

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.

If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General's Washington Fair Chance Act Guide ( and RCW 49.94.010 ( for more information.**

Nearest Major Market: Kennewick