University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus
Career Services www.ridgetownc.com/current/careers/jobs/ RC Job #7490
Seasonal Operator 2- Truck Driver
Company Information
Name: AGRIS Co-operative Ltd / Great Lakes Grain Ltd.
Address: 835 Park Ave West, Chatham
City: Chatham Province: Ontario
Website: https://www.agris.coop/
Contact: Judy Vanderheide
Phone: 519-380-2377
Email: humanresources@agris.coop
Description
NOW HIRING
Are you a driven and relationship-oriented sales professional looking for a hands-on career opportunity supporting local farms and farm families in your community to expand their participation in the agri-food value chain?
If this sounds like you, AGRIS Co-operative Ltd. has an opportunity for a motivated Seasonal Operator 2- Truck Driver to join our Chatham team working with our farm member owners. As a truck driver, you will assist in the delivery of agriculture innovation and services to the communities we serve and to enhance farmer-owners profitability across our AGRIS Co-operative market.
What will you be responsible for:
- Provides an exceptional customer experience at every interaction.
- The safe operation of assigned vehicles.
- Ensures that all deliveries are made on schedule.
- Provide exceptional experiences at every interaction.
- Perform regular safety checks of the vehicles, keep the truck clean, and ensure that proper preventative maintenance and lubrication is carried out as required.
- Ensures that safe loading and unloading techniques are followed and must be able to load and unload trucks independently and operate electric pallet cart.
- Ensures that all associated documentation, including shipping and receiving, is accurate and completed according to schedule.
- Performs other tasks associated with the handling of seed, fertilizer, grain, and other products handled by the co-operative.
- Safety conscious and knows steps and procedures required in case of an accident - follows detailed procedures as stipulated.
- Maintains current legislated and company required licenses, permits, etc.
- Has good knowledge of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, practices safe driving techniques and maintains a good driving record.
- Understands and follows company health and safety and environmental policies and procedures.
Requirements for this Job:
- An agricultural background is preferred.
- Ability to work irregular hours.
- A valid DZ license is required.
- Proven interpersonal, organizational and planning skills.
If you are interested in furthering your career in agriculture as part of an industry leader, developing innovative solutions, and enhancing the profitability of our members, we want to meet with you!
How to Apply
How to Apply
Please forward your resume in confidence by March 17, 2026 to humanresources@agris.coop.
About AGRIS Co-operative Ltd.
AGRIS Co-operative Ltd. is a dynamic and successful farmer-owned Co-operative that prides itself on providing quality agronomic and grain marketing solutions for our customer/owners. We are a leader in precision farming technology, seed, agronomy, and petroleum services.
AGRIS Co-operative Ltd. is a 100 per cent farmer-owned grain marketing and farm-input supply company that serves more than 1,100 farmer owners in 14 locations in Essex, Kent, Elgin, Middlesex, and Lambton Counties. It is a leader in precision farming technology, seed, agronomy, and petroleum services.
The co-operative is a partner of Great Lakes Grain, a grain merchandising company. AGRIS Co-operative is a member-owner of GROWMARK, Inc. and markets products and services under the FS banner.
We have branches located in Thamesville, Chatham, Cottam, Dutton, Glencoe, Leamington, Muirkirk, Rochester, Stoney Point, Thamesville, Tupperville, and Wheatley.
AGRIS Co-operative Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all those who apply; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be notified.
Hours: 40
Deadline: Mar 17,2026
Posted: Mar 2, 2026