Shop Coordinator

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Include but are not limited to the following: (Eligible for our Referral Bonus Program - Please be sure to indicate the NEW Cooperative employee on your application)

• Maintain a safe work environment as outlined by NEW Cooperative’s policies and procedures.
• Perform standard routine maintenance and repairs to equipment throughout all areas of the location.
• Assist in setup & maintenance of equipment.
• Assist in loading and unloading of products from vehicles based on work orders.
• Operate fertilizer tender trucks.
• Fill and transport NH3 equipment.
• Unloads and loads grain from trucks and wagons.
• Maintains grain quality.
• Operate commercial application equipment as needed.
• Operate a semi-truck in the off-season or as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Must have an acceptable driving record and be insurable to drive.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Class A CDL with endorsements of tanker and hazmat
• Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Handler’s or Applicator’s License.
• Understand the importance of providing very high levels of customer service.
• Understand the seasonality of the farm supply business and the in – season time commitment.

Job Performance Skills:

Team Work/Team Player

Fulfills commitments to other team members. Puts team success ahead of individual success. Do not take the credit for others’ work. Works comfortably with all team members. Takes charge when it is necessary to facilitate action or decision. Volunteers to help others with projects or assignments. Gives and welcomes feedback. Expresses disagreement constructively. Listens to and responds constructively to all team members. Balances team and individual responsibilities.

Safety

Performs work in a safe manner at all times. Checks the work area for hazards and corrects unsafe situations. Uses personal protection equipment. Maintains an organized work area. Seeks guidance from the supervisor if needed. Considers the safety of other employees. Understands and follows safety regulations. Reports unsafe conditions.

Interpersonal Skills

Easy to get along with. Treats all people with dignity and respect. Always approachable; never rude. Aware of and sensitive to what other people are feeling. Is at ease with people at all levels. Do not belittle the opinions or work of other people, regardless of their status or position. Deals effectively with a diverse workforce. Demonstrates a high degree of “emotional intelligence.” Truly values and genuinely likes people.

Accountability

Accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of his work. Acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Do not make excuses or blame others for errors or problems.  Carry a fair share of the workload.

Initiative/Action Orientation

Displays a high energy level. Enjoys working hard. Self-starter; doesn’t wait to be told to take action. Look for opportunities to do extra work in order to help a project move along. Willingly puts in extra time and effort in crisis situations. Displays an obvious sense of urgency. Does more than what is normally required. Volunteers readily.