GreenPoint Ag Careers

About GreenPoint Ag

GreenPoint Ag is a farmer-owned, American-owned company. We’re committed to farmers’ success, because that’s the only way we succeed. It’s a responsibility we don’t take lightly, and we look for employees who share this same commitment. 

If you share a passion for rural America and the farmers who are so vital to its health, then we’d like to talk with you. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace with the opportunity to challenge yourself in one of today’s most vital industries. If you are a hardworking, passionate team player we would love to consider adding you to the GreenPoint Ag team. 

Our Opportunity

We are looking for a CDL Driver for our Brinkley, AR. location.  If you would enjoy a great work environment in the outdoors, driving, delivering & handling agricultural products, and fostering a sense of purpose and well-being through connecting with farmers, GreenPoint Ag may be the employer for you. This role fosters an engaging culture for those looking to get out and connect with the Growers.

Summary/Objective
 

Pick up and deliver products within an assigned industrial area using Commercial vehicles which require a CDL Driver’s license.

Essential Functions

• Obtains/retains proper DOT commercial driver’s license (CDL) and necessary certifications and maintains proper training certifications and annual updates
• Inspects vehicle and other equipment prior to and after using for proper running order to ensure safe operation and compliance with DOT pre trip and post trip inspection requirements
• Ensures that vehicle has proper emergency/safety equipment on board and in operating condition prior to driving
• Ensures that vehicle has proper placard/signs prior to transporting hazardous material.
• Maintains correct drivers logs, shipping papers and permits in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Maintains and records preventive maintenance and expense records for vehicle
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with customers and is responsive to their service needs
• Washes and cleans vehicle to maintain good customer and public image
• When not actively driving, assists warehouse/plant workers with various duties at the location as assigned by the supervisor, which may include (but not limited to) filling orders, inventory, driving forklift, housekeeping, etc.
• Trains seasonal employees in proper operation and maintenance of equipment
• Plans and directs loading/unloading of vehicle for optimal customer service and safe transportation of product

Supervisor Responsibilities

• No supervisor responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• CDL Class A or B Driver’s License with HAZMAT endorsement or be willing to obtain the endorsement within a specified amount of time
• High School graduate or GED, preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job
• Ability to communicate with associates and customers
• Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation including ability to read and interpret documents such as product labels, SDS sheets, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, business periodicals and procedure manuals
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as product quantity, load counts, and weight measurements
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Work Environment

Employee will be routinely exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, adverse weather conditions and extreme temperatures associated with working in outdoor and warehouse environments.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes of product and fixtures throughout the facility, which entails lifting and performing all functions listed above.  Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and infrequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Travel

Travel associated with this position is typically day trips driving commercial vehicles to and from pickup and drop off locations.  Overnight travel requirements are very rare.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Other job-related duties may be assigned.  GreenPoint Ag reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary with or without notice.