Grain Facility Operator in Training
$34,320–$52,000 year
On-siteBenton, Illinois, United States
EXPIREDBenton, Illinois, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$34,320–$52,000 yearHigh School Or EquivalentMedium
Full TimeHigh School Or EquivalentMedium
Job Summary
Conduct grain loading and unloading operations for railcars and trucks while maintaining quality standards. Operate heavy equipment, dryers, and machinery as needed, performing preventative maintenance and repairs. Execute general facility duties including cleaning, sweeping, and housekeeping tasks. Complete daily documentation, weigh trucks, and grade grain samples. Participate in safety programs, attend pre-shift meetings, and wear appropriate PPE. Work extended hours, weekends, and holidays in outdoor environments with extreme weather conditions.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to balance constantly/continuously
- Ability to bend, stoop, twist, crouch, crawl, kneel and squat (constantly/continuously) frequently
- Ability to (frequently) climb stairs and climb ladders (and work at) to significant heights
- Ability to concentrate on task without becoming distracted, constantly/continuously
- Ability to distinguish grade, color, odor and various damage characteristics in grain samples
- Ability to distinguish, with a degree of accuracy, differences or similarities in intensity or quality odors, or recognizing particular odors, using nose
- Ability to enter information into a computer
- Ability to grasp and reach frequently
- Ability to lift/push/pull 50 lbs
- Ability to meet requirement of and utilize all applicable PPE, when applicable
- Ability to meet requirements of PFT and fit testing, when applicable
- Ability to pass all required testing under FRA and DOT for this position (where applicable)
- Ability to perform work in confined spaces
- Ability to safely walk on barge surface(s) with the ability to work around (deep/swift) water (where applicable, required at Convent, LA location)
- Ability to stand and walk constantly/continuously
- Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person and over two-way radio (and recognize emergency alarms)
- Ability to understand and communicate written instructions
- Ability to walk safely on top of railcars, open gates, operate vibrators etc., where applicable
- Ability to work extended hours, weekend, holidays and/or alternate shifts as needed
- Ability to work in an environment with high dust levels around grain and other bulk products (where applicable)
- Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions
- Acutely aware of surroundings with ability to quickly adjust to a signal or change in environment
- Uses near, far and peripheral vision and depth perception for task(s) being performed; may need to be able to identify problems with grain
- Ability to open silo bin doors and rail car hoppers (Convent, LA location only)
- Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
- Ability to follow directions and use logical thought process to interpret oral and written instructions, and troubleshoot problems
- Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned task
- Ability to remain focused on exceptional customer service, both internally and externally
- Ability to complete documentation requirements
- Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment
Desired Qualifications
- 1 years' experience working in an industrial environment with a dependable work record
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