Harvest Crew Truck Drivers
Employer
1046 W Limestone Rd
Prairie View, KS 67664
United States
Job description
Job requires operating semi-trucks to transport agricultural crops directly from the fixed site agricultural properties to elevators or storage locations and to transport harvesting equipment between work locations as part of the employer's custom combining operation. The position will be responsible for completing each step of crop transport to elevators or storage facilities as necessary for the harvest. Drivers are expected to operate semi-trucks efficiently and safely through all routes. Job duties will include checking trucks to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order; report truck and trailer defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles; perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid, performing minor repairs, or washing trucks; couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks; maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions; collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes; open and close hopper bottom trailer doors; clean and maintain semi-trucks; and regularly service semi-trucks. Daily duties may vary depending on crop, weather, and field conditions. The employer reserves the right to increase workers' pay or provide bonuses based on tenure, performance, or other factors that are solely based on the discretion of the employer. Radios will be provided to workers, without charge or deposit, in all equipment so workers can communicate with persons capable of responding to the workers’ needs in case of emergency.
Special Requirements
Applicants must have, or be able to obtain, a CDL. Random drug testing may occur post-hire at the employers expense. These checks may be performed to ensure safe housing and work environments for all workers. Positive drug test results or refusal to comply with testing may result in termination of employment. Job will require periods when workers may be exposed to varying weather conditions and extensive sitting when operating machinery.