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Farm Driver Job at Keller Farms in Illinois – 2019

Keller Farms is a large family-owned farming operation in Collinsville, Illinois and Charleston, Missouri. The farm produces a variety of grain and specialty crops such as horseradish and sweet corn. We take an aggressive approach to maintaining soil fertility, controlling weeds and insects, providing added plant nutrients, preparing seedbeds, cultivating, and harvesting to maximize commodity production.

Keller Farms is looking to hire an individual who is energetic and eager to join our expanding farming operation. This position is a part-time, as needed position. This job will require, but not limited to, the following:

Farm Driver Job Responsibilities:

• The Farm Driver must safely operate trucks with heavy loads.
• The Farm Driver performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection – assuring the safety of the vehicle.
• The Farm Driver maneuvers truck into loading or unloading position as needed.
• The Farm Driver maintains accurate records of products carried, delivered or returned.
• The Farm Driver performs general service and maintenance of equipment, trucks, and trailers.
• The Farm Driver keeps maintenance list/records updated.
• The Farm Driver hauls grain to an elevator or grain bin.
• The Farm Driver operates farm equipment as needed.
• The Farm Driver assists with other duties as assigned.

Farm Driver Job Requirements:

• Minimum of one-year truck driving experience.
• Must hold a valid Class A-CDL.
• Familiarity with farm equipment, such as augers and bins.
• Must be responsible and professional at all times.
• Previous experience in farming, agriculture, or related field preferred.
• Must be able to work in severe weather conditions; both heat and cold.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

We are looking for energetic individuals with previous experience to fill full-time positions at our company.

Operation of equipment (planting and harvesting), CDL (not required but preferred), and equipment maintenance are some qualifications needed.

Applicators license is a plus, but not required.

Pay and Benefits Include: Hourly Pay, Uniforms, Paid Holidays, Profit Sharing, Paid Vacation, Health Insurance, 401K Retirement Plan

Please contact us with any questions about the farm driver job or send resumes with previous employer references to:

Bree@kellerfarmsinc.com

 

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