Intern Operations - River Valley Cooperative : Job Details

Job Details

Job Location: All Illinois Locations - N/A, IL

Position Type: Seasonal

Salary Range: $18.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day Shift

Description

River Valley Cooperative is looking for a dynamic individual to join our Operations Intern team. We are looking for safety-minded people who are collaborative team players, and are ready and excited to make a difference.

Our Operation Interns are extension of our Operations team and learn right alongside our employees. Our Operations teams run our facilities through activities such as grain management, custom application, using heavy equipment and equipment maintenance. Their efforts allow us to support the needs of our member-owners.

What You'll Do:

* Operate and maintain all equipment and vehicles (sprayers, elevators, spreaders, trucks, etc.)

* Mixing, loading and application of pesticides/fertilizers

* Handle incoming and outgoing grain, if necessary, weigh and test the grain.

* Assist in keeping all equipment and facilities in good order. Assist the mechanic with major repairs, paint equipment and facilities, and perform other maintenance duties as directed. Assist in the movement and accounting of inventory.

* Utilize heavy machinery, such as an end loader or skid steer

Qualifications

What you'll bring:

* High School diploma or equivalent required.

* Ag retail experience preferred

* Basic computer skills required.

* Valid Driver's License Required.

Working Conditions:

May be exposed to dust, noise, heat, cold, ag chemicals and vapors, and moving machinery on occasion as part of this position. May be required to work long hours in season, as well as work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.