Commercial Truck Driver

Job Location: Burlington, WA

Job Category: Agronomy

Job Schedule: Full-time

Located in the fertile Skagit Valley of Washington State, Skagit Farmers Supply has served the local agricultural community since 1934. As a local co-operative, the company provides farmers, homeowners, businesses, families and the communities in the Pacific Northwest with products & services through agronomy, energy, retail, wholesale & milling operations.

The company’s agronomy division is searching for class A or B commercial drivers (CDL) to locally deliver granular & liquid fertilizer, crop protection and other agricultural products to locations in northwest Washington.

Job Responsibilities

Candidates should be flexible with a great attitude while ensuring excellent customer service. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Driving straight truck (typically dual axle, 10 – 13 speed vehicles) to deliver bulk and bagged fertilizer in the local area (home every night).
• Safely operating a forklift.
• Follow directions verbally, written and on maps.
• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment and equipment while adhering to OSHA, state and federal safety regulations.
• Exhibit an ability to receive feedback, adapt to new processes and continuously develop skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate, communicate well and effectively relay information with an emphasis on developing positive professional relationships.
• Practice punctual and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a valid class A or B interstate CDL (without a manual transmission restriction).
• Possess a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Commitment to excellence especially in terms of providing excellent customer service.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 60 pounds.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Proven track record of being safe, dependable and reliable.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess CDL tanker and hazardous materials endorsements.
• Previous experience operating commercial vehicles with a DOT-regulated employer.
• Experience safely operating forklifts, small engines and/or various hand and power tools.
• Experience operating agricultural equipment and/or working on or around a farm environment.

Schedule

Full-time & seasonal opportunities available. 40 hours per week position. Generally, Monday through Friday; in times of high demand, hours to be worked will exceed 40 per week. Qualified applicants must be available to work evenings and/or weekends as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

$27.00 – $31.00/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*

*Part-time & seasonal employees are eligible for this benefit
**Up to two to six weeks annually depending on the length of full-time service.