Agricultural Commodity Sampler - Part-time

Job objective or overall purpose statement

To obtain representative samples and maintain sample integrity.

Summary of Position

NDGI's Grain Sampler/Technician position entails going out to elevators along the Red River Valley and within 100 mile radius of Fargo. There is generally a crew of 3. The crew consists of a sampler, technician and inspector. The sampler is on top of railcars the majority of the shift shutting and sealing the railcar lids, writing down the railcar ID's and seal numbers onto the work records, and maintaining accurate records. The crew meets in the Fargo office and takes a company vehicle out to all sites.

Hours are variable and there is not a limit on the amount of overtime that can be made. Starting wage is $14 an hour; however, the hours outside of 7 am and 3 pm, Monday through Friday and all of Saturday, 1.5x ($21/hour) overtime is automatically made regardless of how many hours are worked. Most hours worked on Sunday are double time.

List of duties or tasks performed critical to success:

• Shut railcar lids (generally 115 per shift)
• Seal railcar lids to maintain sample integrity
• Maintain accurate work records
• Can move into technician function over time which would involve running grain through testing equipment

Requirements:

• Ability to bend/lift over 50 lbs.
• Be moving through entirety of shift
• Work 12+ Hour shifts
• Feel comfortable on top of railcars (with fall protection)
• Work variable hours and shifts
• No experience required

Benefits (eligible after waiting period)

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Employer sponsored health, vision, dental and life insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Contribution