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GROWMARK, Inc. Operations Technician - Energy - Illini FS - Urbana, IL in Urbana, Illinois
- Illini FS* is headquartered in Urbana, Illinois with branches in five eastern Illinois counties. Illini FS has about 200 employees and approximately 6,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, energy, tires, and retail. Illini FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada. * PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT * Assists in the daily operational duties of the energy department including the maintenance of energy inventory and equipment, energy service work and energy deliveries as needed. Provides customer service in a timely manner to increase satisfaction, maintain the reputation and profitability of the organization. * ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Provides service work for propane, liquid fuels, and lubricants. Performs leak checks and occasional painting of tanks. Delivers propane and liquid fuels to customers as needed. Maintains records of all regulators, including dates of manufacture and changes out as necessary Maintains a record of all company owned tanks and equipment. Pickup and deliver propane and fuel tanks throughout the delivery areas Performs tank set up and delivery for all segments of the Energy Department Provide coverage for the Energy/Propane Sales and Delivery Specialists as needed Performs repairs and maintenance of equipment as needed Maintains an appropriate inventory of parts on service truck necessary for minor repairs and maintenance Responsible for keeping company assets clean, neat and organized, maintaining a professional image Helps meet company goals by improving efficiency and reducing costs through collaboration efforts Provides customer service in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction, maintain the reputation and profitability of the organization Works with Energy Operations Manager on all safety and compliance issues * OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS * Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply Performs all other duties as assigned. Attends GROWMARK product training events as needed. * REQUIREMENTS * Normally requires a high school diploma, or the equivalent thereof, and organizational skills and basic mechanic skills. Required skills include minor equipment service/maintenance/adjustments (both Fuel and Propane), inventory control, collaboration, communication, customer focus and skill development Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record Ability to obtain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsements Ability to achieve and maintain Certified Employee Training Program (CETP) certification for the Propane duties Ability to learn GROWMARK software programs. Frequently exposed or required to: * Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.) * Noisy conditions * Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures * May be required to work at varying heights * Confined spaces * Lift 51-70 pounds * Required to push heavy objects Ability to work extended hours during seasonal demands Ability to travel independently and overnight on occasion Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position. We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.