Job description

Education: Requires a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience: Requires six (6) months of Class A commercial driving experience. Knowledge of agricultural industry and related products strongly preferred. Previous Southern States work experience a plus.

Licenses: Licensing requirements vary by location and are based on state/federal regulations.

Requires valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

May also require one or more of the following, or the ability to obtain: Hazardous Materials Endorsement, Tanker Endorsement, Licensing for Pesticides and related products, Forklift Certification

Requirements

• This position requires the safe operation of a motor vehicle to perform essential job functions and mandatory compliance with the SSC motor vehicle safety policy
• Must be licensed to operate vehicles meeting Class A designation from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (Any combination of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds)
• Able to effectively apply knowledge of a variety of agricultural products, services, and agricultural operations
• Able to work well independently and follow safety, quality control and operating procedures at all times
• Able to effectively operate a forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, and other industrial equipment
• Able to effectively apply knowledge of how machines and mechanical processes work to troubleshoot and perform general maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles
• Able to communicate with customers in a professional manner
• Able to utilize GPS equipment
• Computer literacy to operate SSC business systems
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, divide and calculate percentages in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Attention to detail
• Able to speak, read, write the English language in a proficient manner
• Able to complete logs and paperwork in a legible, organized, and timely manner
• Able to calmly and effectively work with time constraints and deadlines
• Able to demonstrate team work and flexibility to meet customer and business needs
• Able to work extended hours to meet business demands

Work Environment

Primarily performs essential job functions driving SSC commercialmotor vehicles, in a warehouse environment that experiences seasonal temperatures and humidity, and outdoors where there may not be protection from weather conditions.

Frequently exposed to hazards including:

• Moving mechanical parts and vehicles
• Vibrations associated with operating a motor vehicle throughout the workday
• Noise levels where hearing protection is optional per PPE Plan
• Dust, odors, fumes and hazardous chemicals associated with warehousing, distribution, loading and unloading of fertilizer, crop protectants, feed, seed, farm supplies and related products.

Schedule will vary based upon location. Must be able to work an alternate shift or schedule as determined by business need. Overtime may be required. Ability to report to work in adverse weather conditions is required.

Physical Activities & Requirements

• Continuously bend, crouch, stoop; drive motorized equipment; manual dexterity (fingers and hands) for controls, tools and equipment; reach with arms and hands for extended periods while driving and operating equipment; utilize hands in repetitive motion; utilize eye/hand/foot coordination; twist back and neck. Pull, push, lift, carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently balance, kneel, shovel, stack, sweep; climb steps in and out of vehicle throughout the shift; stand and walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces; utilize feet in repetitive motion. Pull, push, lift, carry 50-80 pounds, may be assisted.
• Occasionally pull, push, lift, carry 80-100 pounds, may be assisted.

Must be able to hear vehicle and equipment sounds, co-workers and radio. Must be able to speak to co-workers and customers regarding operations and safety. Specific vision abilities required by this position include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Tools & Equipment

Hard hat, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, front-end loader, forklift, pallet-jack/handcart, manuals, forms, spreadsheets, telephone, writing instrument. Additional personal protective equipment as required by any and all product warning labels. Commercial motor vehicles and specialized tools and equipment, all of which may vary by location.

Southern States Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws, or regulations.

Education: Requires a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience: Requires six (6) months of Class A commercial driving experience. Knowledge of agricultural industry and related products strongly preferred. Previous Southern States work experience a plus.

Licenses: Licensing requirements vary by location and are based on state/federal regulations.

Requires valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

May also require one or more of the following, or the ability to obtain: Hazardous Materials Endorsement, Tanker Endorsement, Licensing for Pesticides and related products, Forklift Certification

Requirements

• This position requires the safe operation of a motor vehicle to perform essential job functions and mandatory compliance with the SSC motor vehicle safety policy
• Must be licensed to operate vehicles meeting Class A designation from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (Any combination of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds)
• Able to effectively apply knowledge of a variety of agricultural products, services, and agricultural operations
• Able to work well independently and follow safety, quality control and operating procedures at all times
• Able to effectively operate a forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, and other industrial equipment
• Able to effectively apply knowledge of how machines and mechanical processes work to troubleshoot and perform general maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles
• Able to communicate with customers in a professional manner
• Able to utilize GPS equipment
• Computer literacy to operate SSC business systems
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, divide and calculate percentages in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Attention to detail
• Able to speak, read, write the English language in a proficient manner
• Able to complete logs and paperwork in a legible, organized, and timely manner
• Able to calmly and effectively work with time constraints and deadlines
• Able to demonstrate team work and flexibility to meet customer and business needs
• Able to work extended hours to meet business demands

Work Environment

Primarily performs essential job functions driving SSC commercialmotor vehicles, in a warehouse environment that experiences seasonal temperatures and humidity, and outdoors where there may not be protection from weather conditions.

Frequently exposed to hazards including:

• Moving mechanical parts and vehicles
• Vibrations associated with operating a motor vehicle throughout the workday
• Noise levels where hearing protection is optional per PPE Plan
• Dust, odors, fumes and hazardous chemicals associated with warehousing, distribution, loading and unloading of fertilizer, crop protectants, feed, seed, farm supplies and related products.

Schedule will vary based upon location. Must be able to work an alternate shift or schedule as determined by business need. Overtime may be required. Ability to report to work in adverse weather conditions is required.

Physical Activities & Requirements

• Continuously bend, crouch, stoop; drive motorized equipment; manual dexterity (fingers and hands) for controls, tools and equipment; reach with arms and hands for extended periods while driving and operating equipment; utilize hands in repetitive motion; utilize eye/hand/foot coordination; twist back and neck. Pull, push, lift, carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently balance, kneel, shovel, stack, sweep; climb steps in and out of vehicle throughout the shift; stand and walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces; utilize feet in repetitive motion. Pull, push, lift, carry 50-80 pounds, may be assisted.
• Occasionally pull, push, lift, carry 80-100 pounds, may be assisted.

Must be able to hear vehicle and equipment sounds, co-workers and radio. Must be able to speak to co-workers and customers regarding operations and safety. Specific vision abilities required by this position include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Tools & Equipment

Hard hat, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, front-end loader, forklift, pallet-jack/handcart, manuals, forms, spreadsheets, telephone, writing instrument. Additional personal protective equipment as required by any and all product warning labels. Commercial motor vehicles and specialized tools and equipment, all of which may vary by location.

Southern States Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws, or regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Trucking home time:

• Home daily

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Little Rock, SC 29567: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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