Job Summary

The Yard Team Member at Valleyview Co-op is a physically active, service-oriented role based at the Drumheller location. You will be the “boots on the ground” in the lumber and agricultural yard, ensuring that members and guests receive efficient assistance with their heavy-load purchases. This position balances the “grit” of outdoor labor—such as loading materials and maintaining yard cleanliness—with the “wit” of inventory management, including accurate product ordering and merchandising to keep the location looking professional and organized.

Job Details

Employer: Valleyview Co-op (A community-owned retail cooperative)
Location: Drumheller, AB (Approximately 1.5 hours northeast of Calgary)
Position Type: Part-time
Compensation: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package (often including dental, health, and pension options for eligible part-time staff).
Requirements: * Valid Class 5 driver’s license is mandatory.
- Class 3 license is a significant asset (allowing for operation of larger delivery trucks).
- Successful completion of a Criminal Record Background Check.

Core Responsibilities

Customer Service & Loading: Proactively assist guests with the loading of heavy items, such as lumber, fencing, and bulk agricultural supplies, into their vehicles.
Merchandising: Ensure the yard is organized, products are correctly labeled, and displays are stocked to attract and assist customers.
Inventory Control: Perform accurate product ordering and stock rotations to minimize waste and ensure high-demand items are always available.
Site Maintenance: Maintain the “image quality” of the location by keeping the yard clean, safe, and free of debris or hazards.
Safety Compliance: Operate machinery (such as forklifts, if certified) and handle materials in strict accordance with provincial health and safety regulations.

Candidate Requirements

License: Must have a clean Class 5 license; ability to drive manual or larger vehicles (Class 3) will provide more growth opportunities.
Physical Fitness: Ability to perform repetitive heavy lifting and work outdoors in various weather conditions (typical of the Drumheller climate).
Attitude: Positive, motivated, and “community-focused”—the Co-op model relies on building long-term trust with local members.
Technical Aptitude: Basic computer or handheld device skills for processing orders and checking inventory levels.

Job Description

Are you someone who prefers the open air to an office desk and takes pride in a hard day’s work? Valleyview Co-op is looking for a Yard Team Member to join our team in Drumheller. We aren’t just a retail store; we are a cooperative owned by the very neighbors we serve. If you have the “grit” to handle heavy loads in the heat of the Badlands and the “wit” to manage a complex inventory of building and agricultural supplies, we want to meet you.

In this role, you are the face of the yard. Our members rely on your expertise to help them select the right materials for their projects and your strength to get those materials safely into their trucks. Whether you are organizing a new shipment of lumber or ensuring the fence posts are perfectly merchandised, your attention to detail keeps our operation running smoothly. We value “Integrity-first” individuals who treat every guest with respect and ensure that our yard is the safest and cleanest in town.

Joining Valleyview Co-op means joining a team that values your growth and well-being. We offer a competitive hourly wage and a benefits package that supports you and your family. We provide a workplace where your hard work is recognized and where you can truly feel like a part of the Drumheller community. If you are a self-motivated professional with a valid license and a commitment to “Excellence in Service,” we invite you to apply and help us build a stronger community together.

Valleyview Co-op | Regional Agricultural & Retail Hub

It is important to note a common geographic distinction: Valleyview Co-op (formally Valleyview Consumers Co-op Ltd.) is a retail co-operative primarily serving Southwest Manitoba (Virden, Melita, Reston, etc.). While it shares the “Co-op” brand familiar to Albertans, it does not have physical storefronts within the city of Calgary.

For residents in Calgary, services are provided by Calgary Co-op, one of North America’s largest independent retail co-operatives. However, Valleyview Co-op is a major player in the Western Canadian Co-operative Retailing System (CRS) and interacts with the Alberta market through its agricultural and petroleum divisions.

Company Culture: “Truly Local, Truly Invested”

The culture at Valleyview Co-op is deeply rooted in the “prairie co-operative” tradition, where the business exists to serve its members rather than outside shareholders.

Community Ownership: The culture is built on the fact that 100% of profits stay in the community. This creates a high level of accountability and pride among staff, who often live in the small towns they serve.
Ag-Centric Expertise: Because a significant portion of their business is in crop supplies, feed, and fuel, the culture is “fluent in agriculture.” Many employees come from farming backgrounds, fostering a workplace that values practical knowledge and seasonal urgency.
Collaborative Spirit: In 2024-2025, Valleyview expanded its “shared operations” model (such as with Twin Valley Co-op for Ag equipment). This reflects a culture of cooperation over competition to ensure long-term sustainability for rural members.
Sustainability & Stewardship: The organization embeds environmental planning into its business, supporting local groups and charitable organizations that make the community a better place to live and work.

Location & Regional Reach

While headquartered in Virden, Manitoba, Valleyview Co-op’s influence extends into the broader Western Canadian logistics and agricultural network.

The Virden Admin Hub: Located at 191 7th Ave S, Virden, MB. This serves as the nerve center for their seven primary locations and their various petroleum and agro divisions.
Agricultural Network: They operate specialized Agro Centres and Crop Supplies facilities that are vital to the inter-provincial trade of seed, fertilizer, and livestock equipment across the prairies.
Petroleum & Fuel: Through their cardlock and bulk petroleum services, they are part of the critical infrastructure that keeps Western Canadian transport—including routes connecting to Calgary—running smoothly.

Core Business Divisions

Division	Services Provided
Agro Centre	Feed, seed, crop protection, and cattle handling equipment.
Food Stores	Full-service grocery, including meat, seafood, and bakery departments.
Fuel & Petroleum	Gas bars, convenience stores, and cardlock locations for commercial fleets.
Home Centre	Hardware, building materials, and home renovation supplies.
Co-op Ag Equip	Shared specialized equipment services for modern farming operations.

Member & Employee Benefits: “The Co-op Advantage”

Equity and Cash Back: Members receive a share of the profits based on their annual purchases. In “Equity Season,” millions are returned to the local economy.
Professional Unionized Environment: Many Valleyview Co-op roles are governed by collective agreements (such as UFCW Local 832), ensuring guaranteed wages, benefits, and a structured “Charter of Rights” on the job.
Career Diversity: Opportunities range from Agronomists and Petroleum Managers to Meat Cutters and Human Resource Advisors, offering a wide professional spectrum in a rural setting.

To apply for this job please visit www.valleyviewco-op.crs.