Truck Driver

CDL Class A Truck Driver – Wichita, Kansas

Job Summary

As a CDL Truck Driver, you'll be instrumental in delivering high-quality phosphate fertilizer to agriculture centers across the Midwest. Working closely with a team of 4 members, you'll travel directly to customers to produce fertilizer on-site. While driving constitutes only 20% of the job, you'll move the unit from site to site, covering approximately 50,000 miles per year within a 19-state area. Travel length varies. Daily per diems and housing provided. Our main worksite is 1690 N 167th W Goddard, KS 67052

CDL Class A Truck Driver Benefits

Join Blick’s and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day #1
• Employer-paid Short/Long-Term Disability and Life insurance, and a 401k with generous matching.
• Training opportunities to help you further your career, enhance your skills, and contribute to your professional growth.
  
  

At Blick’s, we recognize and reward the valuable contributions of our team members. Compensation for the Operator position is dependent on experience, reflecting our commitment to fair and competitive pay. Pay starts at $65,000 annually plus incentives.

CDL Class A Truck Driver Key Responsibilities

Off-site

• Conduct DOT inspections and complete driver reports for safe transportation.
• Assist in equipment transportation between job sites.
• Set up, operate, and pack up equipment at job sites.
• Prepare railcars for unloading and return transport.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel for documentation and reporting.
• Inspect and document items needing repair or inspection before the next job.
• Maintain service log-books on vehicles and equipment.
  
  

On-site

• Uphold Process Safety Management (PSM) standards for equipment.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks on trucks, cars, and production equipment, replacing broken or worn components to ensure optimal functionality.
• Maintain cleanliness in shop, production areas, and company equipment.
  
  

CDL Class A Truck Driver Qualifications/Special Demands/Skills

• CDL A License required and may be obtained within first 90 days of employment
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in the fertilizer industry is a plus, but not mandatory.
• Mechanical and maintenance proficiency.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Word and industry-specific software is a plus
• Adhere to all company safety protocols and procedures, including the mandatory use of company-supplied personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, and steel-toe or sturdy leather boots.
  
  

CDL Class A Truck Driver Qualifications/Special Demands/Skills Continued

• Ability to work in confined spaces, deal with heights while following respiratory and fall protection guidelines and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Driving constitutes 20% of the job: Must be able to obtain a CDL Class A or currently have one.
• Typical work week involves departure from the main worksite and traveling within a 16-state area.
• While off-site with the unit, operating time is divided around the clock.
• Daily per diem for food and hotel lodging provided.
  

Training And Development

At Blick’s, we believe in fostering the growth and development of our team members. Our comprehensive career roadmap provides training opportunities to help you further your career, enhance your skills, and contribute to your professional growth.

All employees must undergo a drug test, background check, and motor vehicle report.