Truck Driver – Operations Specialist

CHS Inc.

Truck Driver/Operations Specialist for CHS delivering agricultural products locally in Fairfax. Responsible for loading, compliance, and maintaining safety standards.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeFairfax • South Dakota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $26 per hourWebsite

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Hard Skills

CDLDOT medical cardforklift operationheavy machinery operationlight duty machinery operationrecord keepinggrounds maintenanceload securementinventory managementquality control

Soft Skills

customer servicecommunicationsafety awarenessproblem solvingattention to detailtime managementteamworkadaptabilityorganizational skillsprofessionalism

Tools & Technologies

trucksrailcarsloaderpower washing equipmentcleaning equipmentsafety equipmentmaintenance toolsspills cleanup toolshousekeeping toolsinventory management systems

Certifications & Qualifications

High School diplomaGEDClass A CDLClass B CDLTanker endorsementAir Brake endorsement

Industry Keywords

trucking operationsagriculturebulk liquidpressure trailersafety policieslocal lawsstate lawsfederal lawspre-trip reportingpost-trip reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare trucks and railcars for loading/unloading, which may require sampling, loosening large nuts, opening hatches, and attaching and/or detaching flexible hoses.
Load and unload agricultural inputs from railcars and/or trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment.
Conduct and properly record repairs and daily, weekly and monthly maintenance tasks.
Regularly inspect in-use equipment.
Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk or packaged product).
Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, feed and other to customer sites ensuring accurate and on time deliveries in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws including but not limited to pre-trip and post-trip reporting, proper load securement and hours of service.
Keep all work areas and vehicles in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
Conduct regular housekeeping duties such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping and cleaning up spills.
Complete appropriate record keeping.
Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal.
Perform warehouse work including driving loader, loading/unloading inventory, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
Promptly report any customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, or safety concerns to supervisor.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned to ensure facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of Operations and/or Trucking Operations
Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand highway traffic signs and signals
Must meet minimum age requirement
High School diploma or GED preferred
Maintain or be able to obtain a CDL and DOT medical card.
Ability to work additional hours and occasional weekends to meet business demands
Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements preferred
Valid Class A or B CDL preferred
Agriculture background preferred
Customer service experience preferred
Bulk liquid, Pressure trailer, or Forklift experience preferred
Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and disability insurance
401(k)/ Retirement Plans
Military pay differential