Operations Support 2 (CDL Class A) Opp, AL

at  Simplot

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

SUMMARY

Under general direction, this role performs a variety of job responsibilities which may include delivery of fertilizer and chemical products to customers from the Unit office, equipment and plant maintenance work, and fertilizer blending.

TYPICAL EDUCATION

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• Must have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with endorsement to drive a ten-wheeler on the highway; generally referred to as a Class A.
• Must have or be willing to obtain Hazmat and Tankers, and Double/Triples Endorsements upon hire.
• Proficiency with smart devices and ELD’s (Electronic Log Device) is highly preferred.
• One plus years related experience.
• Knowledge of basic farm equipment and operation.
• Ability to do a variety of tasks in succession, i.e., blending products together, loading a truck, and driving the truck to a farm.

• Loading and delivering fertilizer and chemicals to customers.
• Operating equipment to blend fertilizer.
• Monitoring product application by calculating amounts, calibrating equipment, controlling application rates, and cleaning and storing equipment after application process.
• Receiving and unloading product and performing warehouse inventory and storage functions.
• May assist with recordkeeping related to warehouse/inventory responsibilities.
• Performs varied responsibilities such as: equipment and plant maintenance including welding, pump and engine overhauls, painting, and general housekeeping responsibilities.
• Miscellaneous duties such as assisting with special projects, attending training sessions, providing back-up when needed, etc.
• Assist in loading/mixing/applying pesticides, gaining understanding of the importance of including proper adjuvants, mixing order, temperature, other field/weather conditions potentially influencing application.