Hands-On Ag Apprentice: Learn, Grow, Mentorship

Mercer Landmark; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer Landmark in Paulding, OH seeks a High School Apprentice to support daily cooperative operations and gain hands-on exposure across agronomy, grain, feed, energy, and office tasks. You will work alongside experienced teammates to learn practical skills, industry knowledge, and cooperative processes while assisting with customer service, inventory, housekeeping, and general maintenance.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability, offering mentorship and potential

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in high school or recently graduated.
• Interest in agriculture, agribusiness, or related fields.
• Ability to learn new tasks and follow instructions.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and agricultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a variety of daily operational activities across the cooperative.
• Support agronomy, grain, and administrative teams as needed.
• Perform general housekeeping and maintenance tasks to promote a safe and organized work.
• Help prepare facilities, equipment, and work areas for daily operations.
• Assist with inventory organization and material handling.
• Observe and learn standard operating procedures related to agricultural services.
• Interact professionally with customers, growers, and fellow employees.
• Complete assigned projects and other duties as directed by supervisors.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Dependable

Punctual

Weather adaptability

Education

High School student or recent graduate

Job description

Mercer Landmark in Paulding, OH seeks a High School Apprentice to support daily cooperative operations and gain hands-on exposure across agronomy, grain, feed, energy, and office tasks. You will work alongside experienced teammates to learn practical skills, industry knowledge, and cooperative processes while assisting with customer service, inventory, housekeeping, and general maintenance.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability, offering mentorship and potential