Retail Agronomy Intern - New Century FS - Melbourne IA
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Compensation
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Location
Melbourne, IA
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Contract / Temporary
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Requirements
Credentials this posting asks for.
Valid Driver’s License
Job overview
The Retail Agronomy Intern will conduct field inspections of customer crops, using IPM and GPS technology to identify issues, and compile reports for agronomy specialists and customers. The role includes vehicle operation, equipment maintenance, and assisting with retail agricultural duties while participating in training sessions and collaborating with team members to support company goals.
Skills & qualifications
RequiredNice to have
Skills
IPM TechniquesGPS TechnologyVehicle OperationEquipment MaintenanceInspection ReportingCollaborationCommunicationCustomer FocusDecision MakingAgronomy Knowledge
Qualifications
High School Diploma or EquivalentMust Be 18+Valid Driver’s LicenseSatisfactory Driving RecordAbility to Lift 51-70 Pounds
Full job description
- New Century FS* is headquartered in Ames, Iowa with branches across Central to Northwest Iowa and Southeast South Dakota. New Century FS employs approximately 330 employees (including seasonal workers) and serves over 13,000 customers. Providing quality solutions to be the first clear choice as your partner for long-term success, New Century FS offers energy, agronomy, agri-finance, precision agriculture, nutrient management, feed, grain, and turf products and services. New Century 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 * Performs regular inspections of customer crop fields to monitor crop health and ongoing conditions and assists with general agronomy functions. Provides inspection reports and customer service in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction and maintain the reputation and profitability of the organization. * ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Hands on-on experience in agronomy field and operations Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair Drives company vehicle to designated customer crop field locations. Inspects fields using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques and GPS technology to identify weeds, insects, diseases, and other yield limiting threats. Documents and/or photographs all findings, completes inspection reports, and provides reports to agronomy specialist and customers. Discusses results with both the agronomy specialist and customers to answer additional questions and add value to the service. Attends scheduled technical training sessions and meetings Assists with additional agricultural retail operational duties as time allows * OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS * Supports and contributes to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts. Responsible for operating and maintaining the assigned vehicle according to company standards, adheres to the uniform policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image. 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. * REQUIREMENTS * Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof and possess a basic understanding of production agriculture. Must be at least 18 years of age. Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to travel independently as needed. Occasionally exposed or required to work in extreme weather conditions. (hot, cold, wet, etc.) Frequently required to lift 51-70 pounds as needed Must be able to walk crop fields and conduct visual inspections of crops. 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/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans. Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.
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