Equipment Operator

Want to make a difference and impact in your local community? Come join CHS Inc. as an Operations Specialist in Lynden, WA today!

Your day to day will never look the same when you work within CHS grain and agronomy. You will:
• Load and unload grain, agronomy, and feed products
• Work hands on by performing scheduled maintenance and repairs.
• Acquire knowledge on how to monitor and maintain grain quality, mix/load fertilizer, and chemical products while assisting the loading of trains
• Deliver fertilizer, grain, feed, and fuel to customers

This is a great opportunity to work with the largest co-op in the U.S, while still making an impact in our local communities. Our fun and safe work environment is waiting for you, apply today!

• Independently carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently. Responsibilities may include:
• Develop and maintain knowledge of the commodities handled at the location and comply with company policy and government regulations pertaining to commodities.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Provide guidance and instruction to less experienced co-workers.
• Prepare trucks 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. May include bulk and or packaged material.
• Control and monitor all load out functions.
• Conduct and properly record daily, weekly and monthly maintenance tasks including but not limited to lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms. Inspect in-use equipment looking for seeps and leaks of process equipment.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk or packaged product).
• Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, feed and others to customer sites.
• Keep all work areas 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.

• 3+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations

• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
• Willing and able to learn how to operate various types of equipment
• Currently hold or ability to obtain state pesticide license 
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
• High School diploma or GED (preferred)
• CDL license or ability to attain one with Hazmat endorsement (preferred)
• Agriculture experience (preferred)
• Forklift certification (preferred)

• Ability to lift 75 lbs
• Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs and bins
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures