Operator - DZ Driver

Job Responsibilities:

Function:

• Responsible for supporting the operations of the branch/terminal in receiving, handling and shipping crop input products

Site Operations:

• Adhere to all health, safety and environmental regulations
• Maintain professionalism and a customer service attitude towards customers or truck drivers when delivering or picking up products at the branch
• Apply fertilizer to Sylvite customers as directed by the customer and sales team
• Receive trucks (or railcars and vessels where applicable) of fertilizer, seeds, chemicals or other products
• Load trucks with fertilizer
• Make fertilizer blends as directed by the sales team for pick-ups or deliveries
• Deliver fertilizer
• Perform routine maintenance on loading and blending equipment
• Package fertilizer or other dry products as required
• Load packaged products with a forklift as required
• Perform routine clean up and maintenance of the site
• Perform functions as requested by the relevant supervisor

Key Personal Attributes Required for the Position:

• Good attitude and a willingness to learn and perform other tasks aside from driving
• Hard working and takes direction
• Positively leads by example
• Can assist in directing others
• Learns quickly
• Ability to foster a teamwork environment
• Communication skills
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Customer service orientation

Education, Experience and / or Training Requirements:

• Must have DZ License
• AZ License an asset or the ability to obtain one would be ideal
• Experience in fertilizer blending and handling is an asset, but willing to train
• WHMIS Training an asset
• Forklift certificate an asset

Why Choose Sylvite?

• Established company with a solid reputation and stable customer base provides reliable and consistent employment for our team members.
• Focus on work-life balance and a working environment that values your well-being and emphasizes safety.
• Comprehensive benefits package: Dental, Extended Health, Vision Care, Life Insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Casual dress code.
• Flexible schedule.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee referral programs.

About Sylvite

Sylvite, as Canada’s largest independently owned fertilizer supplier, delivers competitive solutions in the agriculture supply chain. Our services encompass full-service Ag retail, specialized fertilizers, industrial material sourcing and handling, as well as a robust transportation, warehousing, and logistics division. We strive to ensure a seamless product flow, effectively linking agricultural production with efficient distribution.