Retail Agronomy Intern AgVantage FS Garner, IA

AgVantage FS is headquartered in Waverly Iowa with branches in Northern and Eastern Iowa. AgVantage FS has about 400 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 23000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy energy precision agronomy and agri-finance. AgVantage FS is part of the GROWMARK System an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100000 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 GROWMARKs 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 drivers 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 GROWMARKs policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

WHAT YOULL BE DOING

If you enjoy being outside and are interested in gaining hands-on Agronomy experience then we cant wait to talk to you! We are looking for an Agronomy Intern that is eager to go above and beyond helping our customers. A few key areas of emphasis include:

• Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting.
• Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.

• Visit FS locations and customers building professional relationships.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• You are pursuing a degree in Agriculture.
• You are in good academic standing

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

• We value relationships and people first and foremost

• We are a company that gives back to the community
• We emphasize sustainability practices and stewardship of our resources
• We enjoy access to in-house training and leadership development opportunities