Agronomy Laborer

Job Summary:

Agronomy Laborers are employed in the agricultural sector and are primarily responsible for growing, maintaining, and harvesting crops. Agronomy Laborers often work under the guidance of farmers or agricultural managers and must follow instructions to ensure crop health and productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

Agronomy Laborers perform a wide range of tasks, including using machinery to assist with agronomy operations, move product, assist with tasks at the location and on site.

Responsibilities may include:

Transporting fertilizers and pesticides Operating and maintaining farm machinery Loading and unloading product Sorting and packing products Repairing and maintaining equipment Monitoring crop growth and reporting issues Cleaning and organizing tools and storage areas

Qualifications:

Education & Experience High school diploma or equivalent Prior experience in agriculture or farming Prior experience with farming equipment, machinery, crop types, and planting techniques preferred Skills Basic mechanical skills for equipment maintenance Basic mathematical skills Good physical fitness and stamina Ability to work long hours, including weekends Willingness to work in various weather conditions Ability to perform physically demanding tasks Basic understanding of agricultural practices Good communication skills Attention to detail Ability to follow instructions and work independently Reliable transportation to and from the work site Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues Time management to complete tasks efficiently and withing the farming season's timeframe Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong commitment to tasks and projects

Other Duties:

The Agronomy Laborer will uphold cooperative policies, perform other duties as assigned by management, and will enforce and uphold the cooperative's credit policy.

Uphold cooperative policies:

Uphold all cooperative policies Uphold cooperative credit policies: Make credit terms known to all employees and customers Do not charge to customers on COD Do not extend credit to customers who have not been approved by the credit manager Keep all personal accounts current Perform other duties as assigned by management: Perform duties as requested by management