EMPLOYMENT

Full-time, seasonal, May through October, or longer if desired

Position Details:

As a member of our Field Crew, you will be a part of a team of co-workers aiding and assisting in a wide variety of different tasks and responsibilities. We are seeking individuals ready to work efficiently in a physically demanding and fast paced environment. We are looking for applicants with leadership ability and experience, as well as motivated applicants new to farming. This is a full-time seasonal position, and preference will be given to candidates who can commit to working 5 days/week for the duration of the season.

The Field Crew is the backbone of the farm, and many of the crew members have worked at the farm for multiple seasons. As such they are very skilled, efficient, knowledgeable, and often self-sufficient in their work. The Field Crew most commonly work altogether or in smaller groups, and as such all candidates should generally be positive, easy to get along with, energetic, adaptable, and capable of clear and consistent communication.

Field Crew tasks range throughout the season, but during the height of harvest season, roughly from June through November, the Field Crew work is primarily harvesting and packing vegetables.

Responsibilities can at times be physically demanding, so all candidates must be capable of lifting heavy and awkward items, capable of performing repetitive tasks with a positive attitude and physical stamina, and able to work for long durations even in inclement weather.

Responsibilities:
● Harvesting
● Produce washing and packing
● Transplanting
● Hand-weeding
● Irrigation set up and maintenance
● Greenhouse seeding
● Minimal tractor operation related to harvest operations
● General farm labor as needed

Qualifications:
● Prior experience that is applicable to this position (farming/produce) is desired but not a must
● Attention to detail
● Punctuality and strong time management skills
● Positive and energetic disposition with strong interpersonal skills
● Strong back with the ability to lift heavy and awkward objects
● Ability to work well in both a team setting and independently
● Fast learner and ability to adapt to new positions and working with new people
● Ability to take direction, accept constructive feedback and to ask for help when needed
● Ability to work for long durations in inclement weather
● Ability to perform and endure repetitive physical work

Working Hours:
32 - 40 hours/week, beginning in May and lasting through October

Compensation:

This position is hourly with benefits including free produce from the farm and a discount to our farmstand. Wage is commensurate with experience.

To Apply:
Please email a letter of interest, and 3 references to:
Dan and Elyse Wulfkuhle
info@woodsmarketgarden.com
Please write “Field Crew Member” in the email subject line.

 

Woods Market Garden does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, or ability.