Truck Driver/Operations

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  • Agtegra Cooperative
Job Summary
Location
Ipswich ,SD 57451
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
15 Dec 2024
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Job Description

Agtegra Cooperative is a local agricultural cooperative headquartered in Aberdeen, SD. It is owned by over 6,700 farmers and ranchers, predominantly in North and South Dakota, with a network of over 70 locations and 850 employees. For more information, please visit
At Agtegra, our mission is simple: ' Do something great for my farm and family 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 .
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Truck Driver and Operator to join our team. The Truck Driver and Operator is responsible for delivering bulk feed to customer's yards and pastures and assisting with a variety of feed warehouse duties.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for the operation of the truck, its contents and the delivery of bulk feed to customer's yards and pastures.
  • Operating machinery and equipment (forklift and skid steer) as required in the warehouse and on the grounds, 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.
  • Completes all Agtegra Truck logs and DOT Truck logs; maintains driver log per I.C.C. regulations.
  • Communicates and promotes feed store products, services, and programs that meet customer needs.
  • Assists the team with inventory tracking, maintenance, and organization.
  • Develops best efficiency practices for our products, deliveries, machines, and employees.
  • Assists with daily feed product deliveries across the trade territory, to Agtegra locations and customers.
  • 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.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 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 with advance notice.

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.
Agtegra Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer.
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