We are looking for someone who wants to farm on a produce and flower farm! Ideal candidates have high stamina and can work quickly and efficiently. Are highly motivated, positive, detail oriented and a strong team member. Can work hard physically inside a warm hoop house as well as outdoors in all weather, work alone or on a team, aware of surroundings and job details, work while they talk, and values a positive work environment.
Responsibilities:
This position is a field crew/ post harvest washing/ packing/ delivery position.
Pruning/ harvesting tomatoes
Planting/ harvesting/ washing baby greens
Field preparation/ transplanting/ harvesting cut flowers
Irrigation, drip, over- head and spraying with organic spray (pyganic)
Assist at weekend farmers markets
Deliver produce to local restaurants and grocery stores
End of year clean up
Requirements:
Ability to lift 30 pounds repeatedly
Valid Drivers License (transportation to get you to work)
Ability to take direction, stay on task, work quickly and efficiently
Ability to work and talk at same time
Attentive to the care of equipment and all life on the farm
Communication skills and ability to transfer information to others
Social skills/ kindness- while on delivery and farmers market
Work alone and in a team
Note: farming is physically demanding and requires repeated bending, lifting and standing. We do require that you are able to take care of your body and physical needs as an individual by dressing properly, hydrating, practicing good ergonomics, and taking time to eat snacks. We also require that you are able to take care of your emotional and mental needs as individuals by communicating with us and your team and being honest with your goals and limitations. Once the season begins, we are all in this together!
