Frontier Cooperative

CDL Truck Driver - Feed

Frontier Cooperative  •  Nebraska (Onsite)  •  21 days ago
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Job Description

At Frontier Cooperative, we believe agriculture is more than a business, it's a way of life. As an agricultural leader serving Nebraska's farming communities, we provide a comprehensive range of grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services. But what sets us apart is how we do it: with integrity, with quality, and with a deep commitment to the communities we're proud to call home. We're looking for people who share those values and want to grow with us.

What you'll do

Delivery & Transport

  • Operate bulk feed or bagged feed straight trucks to deliver product to producers and company locations throughout the trade territory
  • Receive nutrition orders from the mills; prepare truck and load customized bulk feed into correct internal compartments
  • Assist in mixing and grinding feed as needed prior to delivery
  • Operate internal auger upon arrival to unload feed into areas designated by the producer
  • Submit delivery tickets to customers and assigned location for billing
  • Load and deliver bagged nutrition products by hand or forklift; assist in unloading at company locations
  • Fasten and secure all loads before transit; maintain product transport documentation throughout each delivery
  • Complete and submit daily mileage and fuel reports as required

Warehouse & Mill support

  • Organize and store bagged feed and seed properly in the warehouse
  • Monitor feed quantities and notify the Location Manager when product needs to be reordered
  • Fix broken bags; load feed or seed into customer vehicles as needed
  • Perform general cleaning and preventive maintenance of mill and warehouse areas

Vehicle Inspections & Maintenance

  • Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections checking lights, turn signals, tires, lug-nuts, air pressure, horn, wipers, oil, antifreeze, belts, brakes, and fifth wheel coupler
  • Report unsafe equipment or major mechanical issues to a supervisor; record all repairs in the DOT inspection report
  • Perform or assist with routine maintenance including oil changes, filters, lights, belts, wiper blades, and grease fittings
  • Keep vehicle clean inside and out to promote a positive company image

Safety & Compliance

  • Follow all company safety standards and comply with OSHA, DOT, state, and federal regulations
  • Obey all traffic laws; drive defensively and within posted speed limits; stop at railroad crossings when required
  • Renew CDL license and endorsements on time; attend safety workshops and review technical publications
  • Greet customers promptly and courteously; escalate unresolved complaints to supervisor as needed

What we are looking for

  • CDL Class B required; CDL Class A accepted
  • Minimum one year of straight truck or tractor-trailer driving experience
  • No major accidents or violations within the last 24 months
  • Must pass a physical and substance abuse test
  • Able to read and interpret work orders, gauges, maps, weigh tickets, and delivery tickets
  • Able to write DOT inspection reports, mileage and fuel reports, and work orders
  • Basic math skills including proportions, percentages, and volume
  • Must be able to travel within the trade territory

Why join us? Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, finances, and future.

  • Paycheck for life: Cooperative pension plan, plus 401(k) with traditional and Roth options
  • Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental plans, and FSA/HSA spending accounts
  • Paid time off: Vacation and sick leave to rest and recharge
  • Uniform & boot allowances: Annual allowances so you're always equipped and ready
  • 360 Wellness Program: Whole-person wellness with real incentives
  • Sign-on & referral bonuses: Get rewarded for joining and for bringing great people with you

Additional benefits available — ask us for details.

Frontier Cooperative

About Frontier Cooperative

At Frontier Cooperative, we see ourselves as a family, and within every family, there are a wide range of personalities, interests, strengths and weaknesses. Because of the family culture, each person understands the attributes of the others, and knows who to turn to for whatever skill is needed. It’s what makes the family strong and interesting.

As a result, we seek to attract and retain a high-performing and diverse workforce in which an employee’s differences are respected and valued. With such a team we better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve.

We foster a work environment that promotes inclusion and collaboration, so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. Whether or not you have a background in agriculture, what’s most important is that you are adept at building strong relationships with the people we serve. If this sounds like you, then we’d like to hear from you!

Get started by filling out an application today.

Industry
Agriculture & Forestry
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Lincoln, Nebraska
Year Founded
1915
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