Agro Operations Assistant

Four Rivers Co-op is hiring permanent Casual Agro Operations Assistant at our Agro Centre in Vanderhoof, BC. This positionis variable shifts 8-40 hours per week and the successful candidate MUST have Saturday availability. This position will transition to periods of temporary Full-time, as needed, during the busy seasons and to cover vacations, etc.

There is training and ample opportunity to grow in this position for the right candidate. Join our team and grow your career with Four Rivers Co-op.

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Agro Store Manager you will be responsible for:

· Demonstrating Four Rivers Co-operative’s values of Responsibility, Integrity, Service, and Excellence

· Working co-operatively with team members who deliver excellent service to make all guests of our

Co-op feel “at home here.”

· Providing proper storage of yard and warehouse merchandise

· Unloading supplier trucks and loading customer vehicles and coordinating the proper warehousing of products

· Performing general upkeep of the facility including keeping yard and storage areas organized and clean

· Developing and maintaining effective business relationship with customers and coworkers

· Following all company and industrial regulations, policies, and procedures including Health and Safety program are always adhered to

· Operating and maintaining the fertilizer plant

· Carrying out the preventative maintenance program and conducting minor repairs all year around

Who you are:

· Experience in the Agriculture industry in a similar position considered an asset

· Self-motivated with a positive attitude and the ability to work outside in all weather conditions

· Be a team member with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

· Demonstrated ability to handle multiple demands

· Comfortable working around heavy machinery, noise and dust; mechanically inclined

· Forklift/bobcat and other equipment operating experience would be considered an asset

· A valid driver’s license is required

· Able to repetitively pull, lift and carry 50 lbs throughout each shift

· Able to work in a fast-paced environment, delivering customer service that goes that extra mile

· A team member with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

· Committed to quality with an eye for detail

Working at Four Rivers Co-operative has its PERKS! We offer training opportunities, generous vacation pay, employee rebates, EFAP and so much more. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation. The pay scale for this position is $16.75 - $23.95. Starting pay of applicants will be based off knowledge, skills, and experience.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

To apply online, contact us at 672-645-6300 or email your resume and cover letter to: recruiting@fourrivers.crs

We thank all candidates for their interest, those selected to continue

in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $16.75-$23.95 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Every Weekend
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you fully meet the availability requirements in the job ad?

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A1 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A1: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person