CDL A Delivery Driver Job at CHS Inc, Elkton, SD

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  • CHS Inc
  • Elkton, SD

Job Description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS has an exciting opportunity in our Transportation division for an  Experienced Feed Driver . In this role, you will independently transport feed and feed ingredients to customer locations, provide high‑quality customer service, and ensure full compliance with DOT, company, and regulatory requirements. You will exercise sound judgment in route execution and safety decisions and serve as a reliable operational resource within the transportation team. 

This is a local position, drivers are home each night for supper. 

Responsibilities

  • Operate a semi‑tractor and trailer (or straight truck) to deliver non‑hazardous materials to customer sites across complex or variable routes, ensuring safe and efficient execution
  • Drive in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies, using sound judgment regarding route safety, road conditions, and compliance requirements
  • Provide professional customer service during pickups and deliveries; communicate clearly, resolve routine issues, and escalate non‑routine concerns as appropriate
  • Connect and disconnect trailers, and perform product transfer loading and unloading activities in accordance with safety protocols
  • Complete required delivery documentation and daily load/unload reports, and maintain accurate electronic logs and onboard computer entries
  • Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, and report maintenance, safety, or equipment concerns promptly
  • Report accidents, incidents, near misses, and equipment issues; follow required procedures; and model strong safety and compliance behaviors
  • Provide informal guidance and support to Associate Drivers as needed regarding routes, equipment operation, and safety practices
  • Share operational knowledge and best practices to support team efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction

Minimum Qualifications (required)

  • Valid Class A or Class B CDL (as required for the equipment/route)
  • Have a minimum of 1 year of verifiable CDL driving experience
  • Must meet age requirement
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and compliance, and complete required documentation accurately

Additional Qualifications

  • Demonstrate the ability to operate independently in a high‑skill driving role, including managing complex routes or delivery requirements
  • Demonstrated safe-driving performance and ability to make sound safety decisions in changing weather and road conditions
  • Strong customer service skills and a history of positive customer feedback
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

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, which may include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements, and FMCSA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to safely climb in and out of truck cabs and trailers
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions; travel and time away from home as required by the schedule

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

 

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

 

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

 

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com ; to verify that the communication is from CHS.

Job Tags

Minimum wage, Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift, Afternoon shift, Early shift

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