ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

CULTURE IS KING AT POET

We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

We are POET Pure, a diversified company based in Wichita, KS, and a leader in marketing Biofuels since 2000. We reward our valuable team members with a generous benefits package and offer work schedules that will allow you to spend time at home with your family. We operate with a company culture rooted in family values and recognize that everyone has responsibilities outside of work. We are committed to accommodating those needs through flexibility and understanding when they arise. We are family.

Additional benefits for POET Drivers:

• Get paid for orientation and while training (up to 2 weeks)
• Quarterly Safety Bonuses
• Steady work all year
• No forced dispatch
• Assigned Equipment
• Late model, well-maintained equipment – 5-year trade cycle
• Live dispatch 24/7/365
• $35 monthly cell phone allowance
• Reimbursement for hazmat and medical card renewals
• Paid detention time

Des Moines Driving Position Details

• Local position – home daily Monday-Friday
• 5-day work week with opportunity for additional work
• Trucks Park in Des Moines, IA
• Full-time
• Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Tasks and duties will include:

• Loading of product according to requirements for Ethanol/Denaturant/Jet Fuel
• Driving to the destination and unloading the product according to customer requirements
• Pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Following all local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Quality customer service

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Minimum one (1) year tractor trailer driving experience required
• CDL A with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements

A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• High level of personal integrity
• Proven track record of reliability
• Strong Work Ethic
• Great attitude
• Ability to embrace and promote change

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

At POET, we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

BENEFITS

For eligible team members

• Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution

• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses

• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions

• 401K with company match

• Paid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE!

• Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations

OTHER PERKS

For eligible team members

• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually

• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements

• Discounted home and auto insurance

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.