Are you passionate about organic farming and looking to work in a beautiful coastal area? Join us at Two Dog Farm, a well-established organic farm near Davenport, CA, with an additional property at Waddell Creek at the bottom of Big Basin near the county line. We've been growing high-quality produce for almost 40 years and are looking for dedicated farmworkers to join our team.
Position: Farmworker
Location: Two Dog Farm, Davenport, CA (Molino Creek), and Waddell Creek property
Type: Full-time/Part-time (seasonal and permanent positions available)
About Us:
Two Dog Farm is a family-owned organic farm with a rich history and commitment to organic farming practices. Nestled near the picturesque coastal town of Davenport, we produce a diverse range of organic vegetables, fruits, and herbs, with a specialty in dry-farmed tomatoes on 17 acres. We also have an acre of Chardonnay grapes for winemaking.
Job Responsibilities:
Long hours of hoeing and hand weeding
Harvesting for farmer's markets
Disassembling/assembling and moving irrigation pipes
Setting up gopher traps (experience is a plus)
Operating and maintaining a weed whacker
Packing and preparing produce for market
Vineyard maintenance
General farm maintenance
Qualifications:
Previous farm work/vineyard work is not required but a big plus
Must have a vehicle and provide own reliable transportation
Some of our roads are poorly maintained, so vehicle must be ok with dirt roads and potholes
Basic understanding of English and ability to understand and follow directions (None of us a bilingual unfortunately)
Strong work ethic and ability to perform physical labor
Ability to work in various weather conditions
Passion for organic and sustainable agriculture
Must be friendly and willing to integrate into a tight group of family and friends
What We Offer:
Competitive hourly wage
On-the-job training
Friendly and supportive work environment
Opportunity to learn about organic farming practices and viticulture
Potential for long-term employment and advancement
Work Schedule:
Monday to Friday from 7 am to 3 pm with a half-hour paid lunch break
Additional Information:
Must bring your own water and food
Boots/protective and comfortable footwear required (some days will be muddy and can be long hours standing)
Two-week probationary period
If you have farmer's market experience and are interested in helping at markets, we can take that into consideration
If you are interested in joining our team and contributing to our mission of providing high-quality organic produce, please contact us!
How to Apply:
Email your resume and a brief introduction
Include your phone number and/or we will text/email you to start the interview process
We look forward to hearing from you and hopefully welcoming you to the Two Dog Farm family!
