Facility Assistant-Barons Agro

at  South Country CoOp

Reporting to the Agro Manager, the Facility Assistant is responsible for delivering world-class customer service and developing diagnostic agronomy and inter-personal skills, while gaining insight into the sales, operational and administrative functions of the company.
Duties include loading products, finding items for customers, receiving, and unloading inventory in the warehouse, answering telephones, practicing good housekeeping standards, and making deliveries. The Facility Assistant may also be responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle and its features while delivering chemical and seed, Anhydrous Ammonia (NH3) and other Agro products to customers, general maintenance on vehicles/trucks, filling out daily logs, completing pre-trip inspections, and reporting any discrepancies directly to the Agro Manger. The Facility Assistant is an entry-level role and opens the door to future opportunities with the Co-op system.

Qualifications : Candidates must possess a valid Class 3 license with a clean driving abstract. Candidates must possess a minimum of 1 year’s driving experience (driving Class 3) and a minimum of 2-3 years experience transporting dangerous goods. TDG and WHMIS are required. Must be able to work well unsupervised. Candidates should possess knowledge of Agriculture products. Preference will be given to candidates who are working towards a diploma or degree in Agricultural programs.

• Ability to complete and successfully pass a pre-employment alcohol and substance test.
• Ability to complete and successfully pass a pre-employment Driver Evaluation performed by a third-party company appointed by South Country Co-op Limited.
• Clean drivers abstract of Class 3 or higher
• Physical ability to perform warehouse and yard functions, including the ability to lift and carry more than 55 lbs. on a regular (daily) basis
• Required ability to move hazardous materials into and around non-industrial areas, such as delivering NH3, Chemical, Seed and Agro products to a residence, farm etc.
• Agronomy competence attained through experience in the Agriculture business is preferred
• Forklift and skid steer experience is an asset
• Strong commitment to safety and exceptional customer service
• Able to work independently
• Ability to read maps and use of GPS with a good sense of direction
• Ability to adapt to new technology
• High level of integrity and work ethic
• Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment
• Ability to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn

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