Facility Assistant - High River Agro

Position Summary :

South Country Co-op is hiring a Facility Assistant at our High River Agro Centre, in AB. Reporting to the Agribusiness Manager, the Facility Assistant provides exceptional customer service while supporting the daily warehouse, yard, and delivery operations.

This role offers hands-on experience in agriculture retail, including developing agronomy knowledge, operational skills, and an understanding of sales functions within the Co-op system. The Facility Assistant loads and unloads product, assists customers in the yard and warehouse, practices safe work procedures, delivery of products, and supports the overall cleanliness and organization of the site.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide friendly, efficient service by assisting customers with locating and loading products.
• Assist with loading products and locating items in the warehouse
• Perform stocking, pricing, and inventory control
• Assist with shipping and receiving procedures
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas by following housekeeping and safety procedures.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of products and materials
• Support adherence to asset protection and loss prevention procedures
• Operate equipment such as forklifts or skid steers (if certified or trained)
• Complete data entry tasks such as logging inventory, processing basic documentation, and maintaining accurate records.
• Uphold South Country Co-op’s standards for safety, teamwork, and service excellence
• Educate customers on the benefits of membership in South Country Co-op
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :  Candidates must hold a valid minimum Class 5 driver’s license, Class 3Q or higher preferred) with a clean driving record. Candidates should have knowledge of agricultural products. Preference will be given to those with post-secondary education, or who are working towards a diploma or degree in an agricultural program. Knowledge of NH₃, agrochemicals, and mechanical ability would be considered an asset.

Availability : Monday-Friday (Seasonal evening and weekends)

Why Work with Us?

At South Country Co-op, we value our team members and are committed to their well-being and success. As part of our dedication to providing a supportive working environment, we offer a range of Total Rewards :

South Country Co-op is proud to uphold our brand values : Customer Focused, Build Awesome Teams, and Communicates Effectively . We offer competitive wages, opportunities for career advancement, and potential eligibility for a comprehensive benefits package.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.