WEST CENTRAL FS INC
CDL Driver and Applicator - West Central FS - La Harpe, IL
WEST CENTRAL FS INC, La Harpe, Illinois, United States, 61450
CDL Driver and Applicator - West Central FS - La Harpe, IL
The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It is 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 continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers while working to help the environment and the greater good.
Compensation $17 - $20 hourly. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location and other factors permitted by law.
Benefits FS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans. To promote a healthy work‑life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays. FS is dedicated to supporting the long‑term financial well‑being of our employees through a fully funded pension and a 401(k) plan with company matching to help you plan for retirement. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on position.
Purpose And Summary Statement Operates commercial sprayer or floater for the purpose of applying crop inputs to producer fields. Operates and maintains single or tandem axle trucks, multi‑axle configuration trucks for delivery and/or pick‑up of agronomy and/or energy products and other equipment.
Essential Job Functions
Applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures and following all pesticide labels
Records application data according to regulations and standards
Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of products
Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures
Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards
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/off trucks, trailers or railcars
Ensures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks/trailers and proper axle weights are met
Responsible for inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis
Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket
Ensures that all associated documentation, such as bills of lading, delivery slips and invoices are completed accurately and returned to the branch location at the end of the day to ensure timely receiving and payment of invoices
Completes necessary paperwork, including accurate logbooks, records of cargo and any other assigned record‑keeping duties on a daily basis
Other Job Functions
Responsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding and/or servicing company equipment, vehicles and structures as needed according to company standards
Collects/records soil sample information using proper procedures
Follows Environmental Health & Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures as they apply
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
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development
Must have or have the ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements and any other applicable certification, license or permit, valid medical card and satisfactory driving record, as applicable
Must hold and maintain, or have the ability to obtain, all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses or certifications in states where crop production inputs are applied
Responsible for renewing licenses or certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or certifications to the location manager
Ability to work extended hours and on‑call as business conditions warrant
Occasionally exposed or required: 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 51‑70 lbs.
FS is an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job‑related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.
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Compensation $17 - $20 hourly. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location and other factors permitted by law.
Benefits FS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans. To promote a healthy work‑life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays. FS is dedicated to supporting the long‑term financial well‑being of our employees through a fully funded pension and a 401(k) plan with company matching to help you plan for retirement. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on position.
Purpose And Summary Statement Operates commercial sprayer or floater for the purpose of applying crop inputs to producer fields. Operates and maintains single or tandem axle trucks, multi‑axle configuration trucks for delivery and/or pick‑up of agronomy and/or energy products and other equipment.
Essential Job Functions
Applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures and following all pesticide labels
Records application data according to regulations and standards
Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of products
Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures
Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards
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/off trucks, trailers or railcars
Ensures products are evenly balanced and distributed on trucks/trailers and proper axle weights are met
Responsible for inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis
Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket
Ensures that all associated documentation, such as bills of lading, delivery slips and invoices are completed accurately and returned to the branch location at the end of the day to ensure timely receiving and payment of invoices
Completes necessary paperwork, including accurate logbooks, records of cargo and any other assigned record‑keeping duties on a daily basis
Other Job Functions
Responsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding and/or servicing company equipment, vehicles and structures as needed according to company standards
Collects/records soil sample information using proper procedures
Follows Environmental Health & Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures as they apply
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
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development
Must have or have the ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements and any other applicable certification, license or permit, valid medical card and satisfactory driving record, as applicable
Must hold and maintain, or have the ability to obtain, all required pesticide or fertilizer applicator licenses or certifications in states where crop production inputs are applied
Responsible for renewing licenses or certifications as required and reporting status of licenses or certifications to the location manager
Ability to work extended hours and on‑call as business conditions warrant
Occasionally exposed or required: 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 51‑70 lbs.
FS is an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job‑related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.
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