Harvest Worker/hopper Truck Driver

Job description

Workers will perform assigned duties as instructed by the supervisor. Applicants must be 18 years or older. Minimum of 3 months experience required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30-90 days of hire. Duties may vary from time to time. Workers primary responsibility will be driving semi-trucks with hopper trailers to market facilities from bin location over the road; closely monitor road signs and conditions; check equipment to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order; inspect load. During period of little to no hauling, workers will be expected to perform manual labor tasks associated with fall harvest which may include driving a tractor and grain cart, as well as other miscellaneous duties in and around the shop, including but not limited to small tool work, torch welding, machinery repair, and other daily maintenance. A basic working knowledge of farm implement maintenance is preferred, with the ability to perform these duties as needed, in a field or shop setting, with little to no supervision. Must be able to lift 75lbs. All tools, supplies and equipment will be provided at no cost to the workers. General Specifications and Physical Requirements of the Job Work requires repetitive movements, excessive sitting, climbing in and out of large vehicles, and could require the worker to be on ones feet for extended periods of time. Workers should be able to do the work required with or without reasonable accommodations. Proper work attire is required. No personal cell phone usage on the job. Cell phone use should be limited to contact with the supervisor and other employees as necessary to perform job duties. After worker has completed 50% of the work contract period, employer will reimburse worker for the cost of transportation to the place of recruitment. Upon arrival to the place of employment, workers who provide receipts for meals and non-alcoholic beverages in excess of $14.00 will be reimbursed during the first pay period, up to the maximum of $59.00 per 24-hour period of travel from the place of recruitment to the place of employment (if it is the prevailing practice). Due to subsequent employment with another employer who agrees to pay such costs, in which the employer will only pay for the transportation and subsistence to the next job. The amount of the transportation payment will be equal to the most economical and reasonably similar common carrier transportation charges for the distance involved. The employer will not be responsible for providing the cost of return transportation and subsistence from the place of employment to the place of recruitment if the worker voluntarily abandons the job or is terminated for just cause. Free transportation will be provided from the housing location to the worksite and returned each day. No use of beer or liquor is permitted during work time or during any workday before work is completed for the day (such as during meals); workers may not report for work under the influence of beer, liquor or illegal drugs, which includes abuse of prescription drugs prescribed for either the worker or for another person. Employees may be terminated for excessive use of alcohol, drunk, and/or disorderly conduct in housing after hours. Illegal drugs may not be used, sold, manufactured, or kept on any employer premises, including housing. Prescription medication must be kept in its original container with the original pharmacy label attached. Employer will test for drug or alcohol use upon reasonable suspicion that the worker may be affected by drugs or alcohol that could adversely affect job performance or the work environment, including safety related performance of the worker or other persons. Drug tests will be at employer’s expense. Excessive absences or tardiness will not be permitted. This is regular, everyday work for which employees are expected to be present, able and willing to perform every scheduled workday.