Kupa 'Aina is hiring for Farm Assistants! Come work the 'aina with us!
Primary Purpose:
Assist the Farm Manager in the various operational duties of the Kupa ‘Aina project.
Essential Duties:
-Implement day to day farm operations as directed;
-Perform farming duties such as weed eating, planting, weeding, harvesting;
-Educate volunteers, visitors, and partner agencies on organic and natural farming methodologies;
-Production of natural farming inputs by blending plants nutrients;
-Assist with data tracking and logging of all produce harvested and donated, water meter tracking, etc.;
-Learn farming from indigenous perspectives on creating oiwi foodways.
Other Duties:
Other duties as assigned.
Work Hours:
-40 hours per week, Monday through Saturday, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or as otherwise determined by the supervisor;
-Position requires regular and predictable attendance.
Working Conditions:
-Outdoor field and farm setting;
-Travel to neighboring islands may be required.
Equipment Use:
Computer, cell phone, heavy farm equipment, light farm equipment, utility terrain vehicle, gas-powered equipment, and hand tools.
Mental, Physical, and Communication Demands
Mental:
-Consistent adherence to the practice of PIDF’s five core values that are used as a guiding force in the success of all of its programs;
-capability to comprehend instructions and practice;
-Strong organizational skills and ability to focus on multiple tasks;
-Strong analytical thinking and problem solving;
-Able to work independently for extended periods of time.
Physical:
-Must be able to perform routine farm duties as necessary on a commercial farm;
-Requires lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds on a regular basis;
-Able to perform strenuous fieldwork in harsh weather.
Communication:
-Exhibit courteous and professional demeanor towards volunteers, staff and administration via verbal, written, physical, and electronic correspondence.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
-High school diploma or equivalent required;
-Must possess working knowledge of various farm tools and equipment;
-One (1) year agricultural experience and knowledge of traditional Hawaiian farming systems preferred.
All positions require that the incumbent have no convictions of any crime against a child or other vulnerable person. We conduct periodic criminal background checks as a condition of employment.
The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform this position's essential functions.
