Seasonal Grain Handler Technician
$34,320–$52,000 year
On-sitePinckneyville, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Load and unload rail cars and trucks, transfer grain to appropriate locations, and operate heavy equipment including dryers and vibrators. Perform rail duties such as preparation, placement, and weighing of trucks while grading grain. Conduct preventative maintenance and repairs, complete documentation accurately, and maintain grain quality during storage and transfer. Execute general clean-up tasks including sweeping, shoveling, washing, and painting. Adhere to the company Safety Program, attend daily pre-shift meetings, and wear appropriate PPE. Work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as needed in 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 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)
- 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 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 enter information into a computer (observations, other computers)
- Ability to grasp and reach frequently
- 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 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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