Field Hands

What we are looking for:

Workers will report to and be supported by our Farm Manager. They will finish the season with a working knowledge of organic food production from seed to harvest.
We grow various mixed organic vegetables, so the tasks will be broad but include nursery + greenhouse management, soil preparation, seeding and harvesting vegetables, washing and packing vegetables, setting up irrigation, food logistics + distribution, record keeping, and tool maintenance.
Tasks will also include general farm maintenance.
Workers will be in a team of up to 8 and, therefore, need to be comfortable coordinating tasks, sharing resources, and generally working as a team to increase productivity.

Other ongoing farm projects:

The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to be involved with and learn about the following activities that take place on the farm:

  • Regenerative agriculture – Cover cropping, nutrient cycling, minimal tillage.
  • Conservation – Fallow land, wildlife corridors, removing invasives.
  • Pollinator corridors – We have 40 beehives on site.
  • Wetland rehabilitation – Creating habitat for seasonal migratory birds.
  • Horticulture – Native plants, edible flowers, tree planting.
  • Seed Saving – Legumes, drying beans, drying corn, quinoa, sunflower, wheat.
  • Chickens – We have a flock of heritage breeds.
  • Organic food production – Educational demonstration garden, greenhouse growing.

Requirements:

Successful candidates will have a strong interest in sustainable farming and/or food security, but also:

  • Be motivated and have a positive attitude.
  • Show initiative and be flexible.
  • Show physical and mental endurance (repetitive tasks, standing, kneeling, bending, some heavy lifting up to 20kg).
  • Enjoy working outside in all kinds of weather.
  • Have Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Be effective both working independently and with others.
  • Be reliable, consistent, and punctual.

Position details

Term: Full Time or Part Time (seasonal or permanent)

Hours: 40hrs / week

Wage: $20.50

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