To Apply Please Visit our Website
https://www.radicalrootsfarm.com/workwithus
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Farm Crew will work with all aspects of our farming operation, including greenhouse seeding & propagation, planting and cultivation of our production fields, high tunnel management, harvesting and post harvest handling. You will be expected to work an average of 35-40 hours a week (Monday through Friday) doing a variety of tasks, including lifting heavy objects, using hand tools and having excellent and fast field skills. Attention to detail and quality control are critical.
This position requires at least one year minimum of experience on a diverse, organic vegetable farm or relatable experience. All crew members must be detail-oriented, conscientious, energetic and hardworking, physically fit and enjoy working cooperatively with the farm owners and staff. The applicant must be committed for the entire 8 month season from March through October and have great communication skills and be self-motivated.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work cooperatively with a crew of 5 on these tasks:
Greenhouse Production: for on farm transplants, as well as nursery production for plant sales
Vegetable Crop Production: for wholesale and grant fulfillment
Harvest & Post-Harvest Handling: harvesting a variety of crops efficiently and consistently and washing and packing vegetable while maintaining a high food safety standard
Farm Crew Responsibilities: participate in the organization and smooth functioning of all production aspects of the organic farm and work to ensure employee safety
QUALIFICATIONS:
1 year minimum experience working in organic vegetable production or equivalent experience
Must have familiarity with a wide variety of vegetables, herbs, fruit trees, and nursery crops and a willingness to learn and expand working knowledge
Excellent time management skills
Consistent attention to detail
Positive, energetic interpersonal skills and passion for working as part of an organic farm team
Ability to take direction, ask for help/clarification, and give/accept constructive feedback on work and technique
Clear, consistent communication skills
Ability to work independently; self-motivated, critical thinker/problem solver
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in inclement weather
