Tender Truck Driver at Ag Plus – Columbia City, Indiana
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About This Position
About Company:
At Ag Plus, we are a customer-driven and profitable cooperative dedicated to providing our patrons with premium value through our high-quality products and services.
Our VisionOur vision is to be a successful and innovative full-service agribusiness by excelling in:
- Service Leadership – Setting the standard for exceptional customer service
- Growth & Innovation – Embracing new opportunities to strengthen our cooperative
- Efficiency – Delivering top-tier solutions with precision and expertise
- Community Commitment – Supporting and enriching the communities we serve
- Unity & Strength – Fostering collaboration for lasting success
- Employee Dedication – Investing in the people who drive our mission forward
For over a century, northeast Indiana has been home to a hardworking farming community built on integrity, resilience, and family values. These same principles remain at the heart of Ag Plus today.
What started as a modest group of farmers has grown into a thriving cooperative with over 1,400 members, serving communities across eleven counties. Despite our growth, we remain locally owned and operated—not by a distant boardroom, but by the farmers we proudly serve.
Ag Plus is open to everyone in northeastern Indiana—no memberships, no annual fees. Our success stays within the local markets we serve, benefiting our communities time and time again.
To best support our members, Ag Plus operates across five key divisions:
- Agronomy – Precision Ag, crop nutrients, protection, and seed solutions
- Energy – Reliable liquid fuels and LP gas services
- Feed – Quality bagged and bulk feed options
- Grain – Comprehensive grain services, including trucking
- Turf – A full line of turf products with expert advice
At Ag Plus, we remain committed to delivering value, fostering growth, and serving our communities for generations to come.
About the Role:
The Tender Truck Driver plays a critical role in supporting agricultural operations by safely transporting water, fuel, and other essential liquids to various locations on farms and field sites. This position ensures that agricultural machinery and applicators receive timely and adequate supplies, directly impacting productivity and operational efficiency. The driver must adhere strictly to agricultural standards and safety protocols to prevent contamination and accidents, maintaining the integrity of the transported materials. Working closely with managers and equipment operators, the Tender Truck Driver helps to coordinate delivery schedules and responds promptly to urgent needs. Ultimately, this role contributes to the smooth functioning of agricultural activities by providing reliable and safe tender truck services across diverse terrains and conditions within the United States.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) appropriate for operating tender trucks.
- Demonstrated knowledge of agricultural standards and safety practices related to transporting liquids.
- Proven experience operating heavy vehicles in agricultural, forestry, or similar environments.
- Ability to perform routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks.
- Strong understanding of safety protocols to prevent accidents and contamination.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with GPS and route planning software to optimize delivery schedules.
- Familiarity with environmental regulations related to agricultural liquid transport.
- Previous training or certification in agricultural safety or hazardous materials handling.
- Ability to operate additional farm equipment or assist with other agricultural tasks as needed.
- Strong communication skills to effectively coordinate with team members and supervisors.
Responsibilities:
- Operate tender trucks to deliver water, fuel, and other liquids to designated agricultural and forestry sites safely and efficiently.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it meets all safety and maintenance standards.
- Adhere to all agricultural safety regulations and standards to prevent contamination and ensure the safe handling of materials.
- Coordinate with farm supervisors and equipment operators to schedule deliveries and respond to urgent supply needs.
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries, fuel usage, and vehicle maintenance activities.
- Monitor and report any mechanical issues or safety hazards encountered during operations.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local transportation and agricultural regulations.
Skills:
The required skills in agricultural standards and safety are essential for ensuring that all transported materials meet regulatory requirements and do not pose risks to the environment or personnel. Daily, the Tender Truck Driver applies these skills by conducting thorough vehicle inspections and following strict handling procedures to maintain safety and quality. Preferred skills such as route planning and environmental regulation knowledge enhance efficiency and compliance, allowing the driver to optimize delivery routes and minimize environmental impact. Communication skills facilitate effective coordination with farm teams, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries. Together, these skills enable the driver to perform their duties reliably, contributing to the overall success and safety of agricultural operations.