Driver Operator Over the Road Driver

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in the heart of agriculture supply, using cutting-edge technology and working alongside a team of skilled professionals? If you thrive on travel, operating various equipment, and being part of a dynamic team, our Operator Driver position in Wichita, Kansas could be the perfect opportunity for you! As an Operator Driver, you'll be instrumental in delivering high-quality phosphate fertilizer to agriculture centers across the Midwest. Working closely with a team of 4 members, you'll travel directly to customers to produce fertilizer on-site. While driving constitutes only 20% of the job, you'll move the unit from site to site, covering approximately 50,000 miles per year. Main worksite: 1690 N 167th W Goddard, KS 67052 All interns and employees must undergo a drug test, background check, and motor vehicle report.

ABOUT THE JOB

Join Blick’s through our SkillBridge CDL Driver Internship and launch a rewarding career in the agricultural services industry. Over 11 weeks, you'll gain hands-on experience operating and transporting specialized fertilizer equipment across the Midwest. The program includes a comprehensive introduction to industry operations, safety standards, and four weeks of professional CDL training to help you obtain your Class A license. You’ll work on a 4-person crew, learning to set up, operate, and maintain equipment on-site and off-site, while traveling between job locations. SkillBridge interns become familiar with DOT inspections, Excel-based reporting, and basic mechanical repairs on vehicles and production equipment. Upon successful completion, interns are offered full-time employment starting at $60,000 annually, with significant opportunities for advancement. Full-time team members enjoy generous paid time off, Day One medical benefits, 401k with match, and company-paid disability and life insurance. Blick’s also covers single-occupancy lodging, per diem for food, and a monthly cell phone stipend while you're on the road. This role is ideal for mechanically inclined individuals who thrive in fast-paced, hands-on environments. If you're looking to grow with a company that values safety, development, and team excellence—Blick’s is the place for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivering high-quality phosphate fertilizer to agriculture centers across the Midwest.
• Travel directly to customers to produce fertilizer on-site.
• Operate and transport specialized fertilizer equipment.
• Set up, operate, and maintain equipment on-site and off-site.
• Become familiar with DOT inspections, Excel-based reporting, and basic mechanical repairs on vehicles and production equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to obtain Class A CDL
• Have clear driving record
• Mechanically inclined individuals who thrive in fast-paced, hands-on environments.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Must be able to obtain Class A CDL and have clear driving record

TARGET MOCS

All MOCs

BENEFITS

• Full-time employment starting at $60,000 annually upon successful completion of internship.
• Generous paid time off, Day One medical benefits, 401k with match, and company-paid disability and life insurance.
• Covers single-occupancy lodging, per diem for food, and a monthly cell phone stipend while on the road.

OTHER

This role is based in Goddard, Kansas, a suburb of Wichita. Driving is 20% of the role, and you'll have an opportunity to travel to clients in 19 states.