Military Spouse Connection Jobs

Need 1 full time, temporary, seasonal Truck Drivers to work in Stephen, MN, Lancaster, MN, and travelling to and from Randolph, MB (Canada). From: 08/01/2024 - 03/31/2025 Work: 45 hrs./week, Mon.-Fri. 9 hrs./day As required in Minnesota, all work performed in excess of 48 hours in a work week will be paid at 1.5 times the regular rate of pay. ESST LAW: Effective 01/01/2024 Must Apply By: 12/01/2024 JOB DESCRIPTION: Drive semi tractor-trailer truck to/from delivery or pickup destinations. Regularly climb into and out of trucks and trailers. Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order. Inspect loads to ensure that cargo is secure. Secure cargo for transport using ropes, blocks, chains, binders, or covers. Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy. Maneuver trucks into and out of loading and unloading positions. Load-unload trailers and cargo. Handle equipment and cargo carefully to prevent damage. Drive tucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes in compliance with state regulations. Interact with roadway officials. Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspection and paperwork on trucks and trailers. Clean/maintain lights, windows, and mirrors, and vehicle exterior. Add engine oil and fuel as needed. Perform preventative maintenance. Must be able to drive in rain, snow, and other hazardous conditions as needed. Drive in both on-road (paved) and off-road conditions. May drive other vehicle types. Use GPS and/or maps to navigate to destinations. Read/comprehend traffic signage and directions. Workers must operate all equipment properly and in a manner that protects operator, others, the employer's products and property. Failure to comply with safety requirements and operating instructions may result in disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination. Work includes exposure to extreme temperatures, extensive pushing, pulling, sitting, walking, frequent stooping or bending over, and repetitive movements. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of 12 months of agricultural experience working in a grain/oilseed farm handling both manual and mechanized tasks including driving/servicing tractor unit and semi-trailer associated with production of soybeans and corn. Must be able to furnish verbal or written statement establishing relevant prior work experience. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. Clean driving record. Must have and maintain a valid U.S. commercial driver's license (CDL) or Licencia Federal de Conductor license. Must be able to obtain a Canadian Electronic Travel Authorization to be able to deliver to Canadian delivery sites. Job will also include driving tractors, balers and operate other mechanized farm equipment to cultivate, and harvest grain, hay and/or oilseed crops. Will clean, adjust, repair and perform routine service on equipment. Perform manual and mechanized tasks including but not limited to: bushhogging fields, disking, raking, baling and stacking hay. Worker's must operate all equipment safely and comply with safety requirements. No minimum education required. EMPLOYER ASSURANCES: Work guaranteed for 3/4 of contract period, starting with date of arrival at work site. Employer provides free housing for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Employer pays inbound transportation and subsistence to work site upon 50% completion of work contract for workers whose residence is beyond normal commuting distance. Daily subsistence will be provided at a rate of at least $15.88 per day during travel to a maximum of $59.00 per day with receipts. Required work-related tools and supplies provided free of charge by employer. HOW TO APPLY: Mail or Fax resume listing experience to: MN DEED/FLC, Attn: H-2A#24-397, JO#14112981 180 E. 5th St., Suite 1200 St. Paul, MN 55101-1678 FAX: 651-297-7722 CALL: Mary Garcia, FLC Coord. 651-259-7513 Must have proof of legal authority to work in U.S.