At Prairieland FS you have the opportunity to make an immediate impact. Working with the industrys top professionals youll develop new expertise through varied job experiences and companysponsored training programs. And youll be recognized and rewarded for your contributions. Plus FS believes in attracting and retaining diverse talent. You can contribute your unique experiences and background to build a community that fosters mutual respect and meaningful relationships.
PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT
Operates a single tandem or multiaxle configuration truck for delivery and pickup of agronomy and energy products following specified time schedules to/from the company locations or customer locations to achieve profitable business growth.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned vehicle.
- Performing daily truck maintenance (safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pretrip inspections checking fuel and oil levels and inspecting tires lights and brakes).
- Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
- Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean.
- Load and unload containers pallets materials and products safely on trucks trailers and railcars by hand or forklift trucks. Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing the distribution from the front of the trailer to the back and from side to side as well as checking axle weights and loading them in accordance with the DOT regulations.
- Pick up and safely transport goods in a timely manner to promote superior customer service and professionalism within the company and the industry.
- Completing storing and submitting all necessary documentation (bill of ladings delivery slips and invoices) accurately and returning to the branch location at the end of the day to ensure timely receiving and payment of invoices.
- Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs (logbooks cargo records and other assigned recordkeeping duties).
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for maintaining company equipment according to company standards adhering to the company Uniform Policy and maintaining the appropriate professional image.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Educations and Experience
Normally it requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two 2 years or more of related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to safely operate tractortrailer or tender truck equipment and meet company and DOT standards.
Functional Competencies
- A valid commercial drivers license (CDL) is required as well as a CDL license with required endorsements and any other applicable certification license or permit valid medical card and satisfactory driving record as applicable.
- Alert focused and detailoriented.
- Selfstarter who works well independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to work extended hours and oncall as business conditions warrant.
Core Competencies
Demonstrated core competencies including business knowledge collaboration communication customer focus decisionmaking and skill development.
Other Requirements
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 5170 lbs.
EMPLOYEE MISSION STATEMENT
Prairieland FS Inc. strives to provide a Total Rewards package that delivers exceptional pay for exceptional performance recognizes your dedication to our mission and helps us attract and retain the highest caliber of talent.
We are an equalopportunity employer.
Prairieland FS Inc. is an equal opportunity employer always looking for hardworking individuals to join our team.