Seasonal Farm Help / Grain Operator
TeamSoft
Rochelle, IL 61068, USA
Published 5 days ago
Temporary / Seasonal
Grain Operations Laborer
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Sunday, 6:45 AM - 8:00 PM
Overtime & Weekends: Mandatory
Travel: Required to travel to all 12 sites; personal transportation is mandatory
Position Overview:
We are seeking dependable and hardworking individuals for a physically demanding labor position in grain operations. This role requires long hours, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work in all weather conditions and challenging environments.
Work Requirements:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Safety & Compliance:
Qualifications:
Peoplelink, LLC, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of 'linking' communities through employment. Peoplelink, LLC's dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains our #1 priority. Peoplelink, LLC is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization.
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Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Sunday, 6:45 AM - 8:00 PM
Overtime & Weekends: Mandatory
Travel: Required to travel to all 12 sites; personal transportation is mandatory
Position Overview:
We are seeking dependable and hardworking individuals for a physically demanding labor position in grain operations. This role requires long hours, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work in all weather conditions and challenging environments.
Work Requirements:
- Standard hours are 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM, but hours will vary based on workload and site needs
- Must be willing and able to work mandatory overtime, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- During peak season, must be available to work 6 to 7 days a week, up to 14-hour days and 80+ hour weeks
- Must be willing to travel to all 12 company sites; own transportation is required
- Must maintain perfect attendance-zero tolerance for absenteeism or tardiness
- Must be willing to work in a very physical, dirty environment, including cleaning out grain bins
- Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust, etc.)
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist with the loading, unloading, transferring, and storage of grain
- Visually monitor grain and identify irregularities or quality issues
- Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of grain storage areas, including:
- Grain bins
- Flat storage
- Ground piles
- Dump pits
- Tunnels
- Head houses
- Facility grounds and perimeter
- Follow all safety policies, procedures, and communication protocols when operating equipment
- Learn all grain storage locations and their capacity specifications
- Accurately measure, record, and report grain levels and condition
- Operate grain conveyance equipment and understand the associated safety systems
Maintenance Responsibilities: - Inspect and monitor equipment daily; perform routine maintenance as required
- Conduct preventative maintenance and repairs on all operational equipment and facilities
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and repair logs
- Update and manage equipment lists, including vendor and specification information
Safety & Compliance:
- Comply with all OSHA regulations and company safety protocols
- Maintain accurate records and complete all documentation as required
- Follow all assigned duties responsibly and report any safety concerns immediately
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Agricultural or grain-handling experience preferred
- Physically able to:
- Bend, stoop, shovel, pound with a hammer
- Open and close heavy valves
- Work in confined spaces and at elevated heights
- Tolerate heat, cold, dust, and long hours
Peoplelink, LLC, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of 'linking' communities through employment. Peoplelink, LLC's dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains our #1 priority. Peoplelink, LLC is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization.
#IND222
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