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Job SummaryThe purpose of this position is to introduce college students to an entry-level work environment that promotes the sale and services of crop nutrients, crop production products, and seed to improve the efficiency and profitability of producers. The Agronomy Intern must maintain a positive and cooperative attitude that promotes teamwork, integrity, honesty, and helpfulness. They must embrace and exhibit MVC’s philosophy and culture of customer service.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPReports to the Agronomy Division Manager.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Establish and maintain a positive customer service experience.
Establish and maintain a positive experience for MVC customers, clients, and vendors, through professional interpersonal interactions.
Shadow Agronomy Production Specialist in day to day operations.
Work with the location manager to better understand and assist in developing and implementing crop production marketing plans and sales programs for producers.
Maintain open, honest, and efficient communication with MVC agronomy managers, sales manager, and producer customers.
Maintain positive relationships with producers to exchange crop production information that can be used to develop total farm plans and crop production strategies for the producers.
Attend pertinent agronomy training seminars and utilize relevant resource tools.
Prepare various reports for the agronomy department on an as-needed basis.
Report for duty in a fit condition, complying with the location dress code and acceptable personal hygiene.
Provide feedback to Managers.
Practice and encourage workplace safety.
Other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge and understanding of:
Customer service
Agronomy products and services
Safety rules, procedures, and practices
Ability To
Establish effective working relationships with management, co-workers, and the general public.
Courses in Agronomy and Agriculture are preferred.
License/Certification
Valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Montana
Essential Physical AbilitiesThe physical demands described herein are representative of those that are required by the employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship.
Essential Physical Abilities
Clarity of speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Clarity of vision to include; near and far vision, ability to focus while operating equipment, and ability to read printed materials.
Manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate a personal computer, files, and equipment.
Personal mobility that permits the employee to enter, operate, and exit motor vehicles.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Ability to walk, stand, and reach for the duration of the shift.
Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, climb, and navigate tough terrain.
Working Conditions
Work is generally performed in an office environment.
Travel in and outside the county to attend meetings etc. in all weather conditions.
Must drive and sit for extended periods of time.
Various noise levels are present in the work environment, from low to moderately loud.
DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive, all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employee.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONMVC is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected category including; race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, disability, age, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
MVC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in its employment, services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources at 406-453-5900.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Other
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Farming
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