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Job requires operating semi-trucks to transport agricultural crops
directly from the fixed site agricultural properties to elevators or
storage locations and to transport harvesting equipment between work
locations as part of the employer\'s custom combining operation. The
position will be responsible for completing each step of crop transport
to elevators or storage facilities as necessary for the harvest. Drivers
are expected to operate semi-trucks efficiently and safely through all
routes. Job duties will include checking trucks to ensure that
mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order;
report truck and trailer defects, accidents, traffic violations, or
damage to the vehicles; perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as
adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid, performing minor repairs, or
washing trucks; couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack
positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or
manipulating fifth-wheel locks; maneuver trucks into loading or
unloading positions; collect delivery instructions from appropriate
sources, verifying instructions and routes; open and close hopper bottom
trailer doors; clean and maintain semi-trucks; and regularly service
semi-trucks. Daily duties may vary depending on crop, weather, and field
conditions. The employer reserves the right to increase workers\' pay or
provide bonuses based on tenure, performance, or other factors that are
solely based on the discretion of the employer. Radios will be provided
to workers, without charge or deposit, in all equipment so workers can
communicate with persons capable of responding to the workers needs in
case of emergency.
Housing is provided. Reimbursement for transportation and subsistence is
also offered. Transportation will be provided at no cost to workers,
from employer-provided housing and, if applicable, centralized pick-up
points to the places of employment at the beginning of each workday and
back at the end of each work day. Please contact employer for further
details.