Commercial Truck Driver

Job Location: Lynden, WA

Job Category: Agronomy

Job Schedule: Full-time

Agronomy Center – Lynden, WA
Skagit Farmers Supply, a local cooperative since 1934 based in Burlington, WA, serves farmers, homeowners, businesses, families and the communities of Skagit, Island, San Juan and Snohomish Counties in northwest Washington State. The company is seeking candidates for a Commercial Truck Driver at its Agronomy Center in Lynden, WA.
The company’s agronomy division is searching for class A or B commercial drivers (CDL) to deliver granular & liquid fertilizer, crop protection and other agricultural products to locations in northwest Washington.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Candidates should be flexible and detail oriented with a great attitude while ensuring excellent customer service. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
• Driving commercial vehicles to deliver bulk and bagged
fertilizer in the local area (home every night).
• Preparing fertilizer for shipment.
• Safely operating a forklift.
• Providing the general upkeep of vehicles and the premises
• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment and
equipment while adhering to OSHA, state and federal safety regulations.
• Exhibit an ability to get along with others.
• Practice punctual and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• High school diploma (or equivalent).
• Possess a valid class A or B commercial driver license (CDL) & Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Commitment to excellence especially in terms of providing excellent customer service.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, push and pull 60 pounds.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Proven track record of being safe, dependable and reliable.
• Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with co-workers and customers for safety purposes.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.
• Ability to follow directions verbally, written and on maps.
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Possess CDL tanker and hazardous materials endorsements.
• Previous experience operating commercial vehicles with a DOT-regulated employer.
• Experience operating agricultural equipment and/or working on or around a farm environment.
• Experience safely operating forklifts, small engines and/or various hand and power tools.

SCHEDULE
This is a full time, 40 hours per week position (schedule may vary). Employees will be expected to work primarily Monday – Friday. In times of high seasonal demand, hours to be worked may exceed 40 hours per week and require some weekend availability.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
$25.00 – $30.00/hour. After meeting eligibility requirements, benefits include:
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation*
• Sick Pay
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Match
• Employee Discounts
• Dependent Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Profit Sharing
*Two to six weeks annually depending on length of full-time service.

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