Truck Driver/Operations Specialist

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
CHS Illinois in Sycamore, IL is looking for a Truck Driver/Operations Specialist to join our team! This individual would be responsible for helping in our chemical shed, treating seed, as well as other basic operations tasks in addition to driving truck as needed. This is a M-F home daily position with required overtime during our spring and fall busy seasons. The ideal candidate would have their Class A CDL or the ability to obtain (we can assist). Join our team today!
Responsibilities
* Carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently.
* Prepare trucks and railcars for loading/unloading.
* Load and unload agricultural inputs using machinery or equipment.
* Conduct and record repairs and maintenance tasks.
* Monitor and maintain inventory quality.
* Deliver products safely and professionally.
* Ensure compliance with all regulations including hours of service.
* Maintain clean and safe work areas.
* Perform grounds and warehouse maintenance.
* Report safety or customer issues promptly.
* Maintain strong safety culture.
* Perform other assigned duties
Minimum Qualifications (required)
* 1+ years of experience in Operations and/or Trucking Operations
* Must meet minimum age requirement
* Ability to read, write and communicate in English
Additional Qualifications
* Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card
* Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends
* Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred
* Valid Class A CDL preferred
* Agriculture background preferred
* Customer service experience preferred
* Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience preferred
Physical Requirements
* Ability to lift 75 lbs
* Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs and bins, and into back of trailer
* Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to (mailto: ) ; to verify that the communication is from CHS.