CO-OP CAREERS

Co-op’s commitment to community starts with our people – talented, energetic, motivated individuals who truly love what they do and seek to serve our local farmers by making them more successful. Think you have what it takes? You’re in the right place!


Local Co-ops provide a wide variety of career opportunities at over 165 retail locations in many specialized areas, including farm equipment, hardware, agronomy, feed, animal health, rural lifestyle and hunting & outdoors.


Opportunities may also be available at Tennessee Farmers Cooperative offering services to our member Co-ops, in accounting, marketing/communications, employee benefits administration, information systems, and retail development (just to name a few).

CO-OP CAREERS

Co-op’s commitment to community starts with our people – talented, energetic, motivated individuals who truly love what they do and seek to serve our local farmers by making them more successful. Think you have what it takes? You’re in the right place!

Local Co-ops provide a wide variety of career opportunities at over 165 retail locations in many specialized areas, including farm equipment, hardware, agronomy, feed, animal health, rural lifestyle and hunting & outdoors.

Opportunities may also be available at Tennessee Farmers Cooperative offering services to our member Co-ops, in accounting, marketing/communications, employee benefits administration, information systems, and retail development (just to name a few).

Each year, we also hire a group of summer interns to gain hands-on experience working with a member cooperative. This internship is eligible for school credit with most colleges/universities. For recent college graduates, the Cooperative Trainee program helps to prepare candidates for jobs at member Co-ops across our system. This training program lasts for one-year and will give the candidate a wide variety of training and education to help them advance their careers with Co-op.


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Each year, we also hire a group of summer interns to gain hands-on experience working with a member cooperative. This internship is eligible for school credit with most colleges/universities. For recent college graduates, the Cooperative Trainee program helps to prepare candidates for jobs at member Co-ops across our system. This training program lasts for one-year and will give the candidate a wide variety of training and education to help them advance their careers with Co-op.

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WHAT WE OFFER

Since each member Co-op is their own independently, operated business, benefits and employment packages may vary. Most member Co-op’s employee benefits include:

 

  • Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Medical Insurance Program
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Purchase Options
  • Continuing Education Assistance
  • Training & Education for On-The-Job Performance

 

 

WHAT WE OFFER

Since each member Co-op is their own independently, operated business, benefits and employment packages may vary. Most member Co-op’s employee benefits include:

  • Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Medical Insurance Program
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Purchase Options
  • Continuing Education Assistance
  • Training & Education for On-The-Job Performance

Current Job Openings


Explore rewarding career opportunities with Tennessee Farmers Cooperative. Browse our current openings and join a team dedicated to supporting the agricultural community with innovative solutions and exceptional service.

 

Click on each job title for a full job description and our application page.


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Agronomy Laborer (Seasonal)

Montgomery Farmers Co-op (Clarksville, TN)

Montgomery Farmers Co-op stands as a testament to decades of agricultural commitment and community service. Their agronomy teams offer a wide variety of products and solutions, including crop protection, crop nutrients, seed, custom application, and precision agricultural technology for spreading, sampling, and field management prescriptions. They are seeking a dependable seasonal laborer to support day-to-day agronomy operations. This role focuses on general labor and hands-on support to help keep agronomy services running smoothly during the busy season. Duties include assisting with loading and unloading materials, maintaining equipment and facilities, and supporting agronomy staff as needed. There is 

potential for full-time employment based on performance and business needs.


Custom Applicator

Montgomery Farmers Co-op (Clarksville, TN)

Montgomery Farmers Co-op stands as a testament to decades of agricultural commitment and community service. Their agronomy teams offer a wide variety of products and solutions, including crop protection, crop nutrients, seed, custom application, and precision agricultural technology for spreading, sampling, and field management prescriptions. They are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Custom Applicator to join their team. This role will be responsible for the accurate and safe application of agronomic products, including fertilizers, crop protection products, and other treatments, to customer fields. The ideal candidate will have a general knowledge of operating sprayers and spreaders, maintain equipment, and work closely with the agronomy team to meet the needs of our farming customers.


Spreader Operator

United Co-op (Brownsville, TN)

At United Co-op, its agronomy division offers a comprehensive range of services to meet diverse agricultural needs. They are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Spreader Operator to join their team in Brownsville, TN. This role will be responsible for accurately and safely applying agronomic products, including fertilizers, crop protection products, and other treatments, to customer fields. The ideal candidate will have general knowledge of operating sprayers and spreaders, will maintain equipment, and will work closely with the agronomy team to meet the needs of our farming customers. Spreader operators must comply with all safety regulations and state licensing requirements for chemical application.


CDL Driver (Class A)

United Co-op (Waverly, TN)

United Co-op is committed to providing its customers with the highest-quality agricultural products and services to meet the needs of its farmers across 11 retail locations. They are looking for a CDL driver to work across locations, primarily from their Waverly, TN, branch location. The ideal candidate will be an overall customer service-driven team player who can also work well independently. Interested applicants should already possess a Class A CDL driver’s license. They will be primarily responsible for transporting, spraying, and spreading products. When not delivering or administering products, this individual will assist with sales, warehousing, and the movement of agronomic and other agricultural products. Therefore, a general knowledge of agricultural products and operations is preferred. Our truck drivers can expect to be home each night.


Auto Mechanic

United Co-op (Waverly, TN)

United Co-op automotive centers offer a wide range of services to ensure your vehicle runs smoothly. Expert technicians and mechanics are trained to meet needs and provide top-notch service, from oil changes to full suspension alignment. They also offer light mechanical work, including starters, alternators, AC work, and more. They are looking for an Automotive Mechanic to join their team in Waverly, TN. The ideal candidate is a team player with great communication skills and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks while maintaining high customer service and industry standards.

Security Guard

Tennessee Farmers Co-op (Opportunities in LaVergne, TN and Rockford, TN)

Tennessee Farmers Co-op is looking for a detail-oriented individual with ethical decision-making skills to join their team as a Security Guard. PART-TIME opportunity in LaVergne, TN and Rockford, TN. Primary duties include checking and admitting visitors onto the grounds, patrolling the premises at regular intervals and following safety protocols in the event of an emergency.





HOW TO CONTACT US

For General TFC Job Inquiries contact:
Human Resources
Tennessee Farmers Cooperative
P.O. Box 3003
LaVergne, TN 37086
(615) 793-8400


For Local Co-op Opportunities:
Contact your local Co-op by visiting our Locations page by clicking below.


For Training & Education Programs (including Internships and Scholarships) contact:
Scott Bohanon
TFC Education & Training Manager
sbohanon@ourcoop.com

TFC Education & Training Opportunities


The success of Tennessee Farmers Cooperative and our Co-op system’s future will continue to revolve around the ability to recruit, train and educate the highest-quality employees. The TFC Training & Education department recruits the best and brightest to provide a pool of capable, well-trained individuals who can assume key management and technological positions throughout our system. We focus on personal development through our Cooperative Trainee and Summer Internship programs.

COOPERATIVE TRAINEE PROGRAM

The goal of this yearlong, salaried program is for our Trainees to gain knowledge and experience under the direction of experienced personnel at a local, member Co-op. It includes exposure to and performance of duties and responsibilities in various aspects at the member Co-op and Tennessee Farmers’ Cooperative departmental levels. We also offer other training through 250 hours of continuing classroom education, 100 hours of team building and 45 hours of online training.

SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Each year, TFC hires 15-20 Summer Interns in collaboration with local member Co-ops. These paid internships allow students to gain knowledge and experience while working in a business environment for a 12-week periods. It include exposure to and performance of duties and responsibilities in various aspects at the member Co-op, Tennessee Farmers Cooperative department levels, and continuing classroom education.

CO-OP SCHOLARSHIPS

The TFC Foundation is committed to cultivating the next generation of agricultural leaders by supporting scholarship opportunities at the state level. Our scholarships focus on empowering high school seniors and college students, particularly those involved in impactful youth programs like 4-H and FFA, by helping them access high-quality leadership and educational experiences.

COOPERATIVE TRAINEE PROGRAM

SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

CO-OP SCHOLARSHIPS

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