CDL DriverWarehouse Associate GRAINCO FS Ottawa, IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. Its the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth our communities and businesses perform together sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company their owners and their customers while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

DIVISION: Agronomy

LOCATION: Ottawa Agronomy Warehouse

REPORTS TO: Kory Kraus

STATUS: Full Time Hourly Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $19-$21 per hour

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 and various other warehouse operations activities to achieve profitable business growth.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Operates all assigned vehicles single tandem or multi axle configurations forklifts 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 or trailers 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 within six months) and maintain a Class 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
• May need to work beyond normal business hours at certain times of year
• 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.

We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental vision and life insurance along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident critical illness disability hospital indemnity and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether youre starting your career balancing family life or planning for retirement our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience location and other factors permitted by addition to base pay certain roles may be eligible for bonuses incentives and commissions.