Cannabis Producer Looking for Cultivation Team Member

Rogue River OR

Description

Kumba Hills Farms is looking for a seasonal laborer SUMMARY: This position works on a small crew of farm laborers performing a variety of organic farming related tasks as directed by the crew leader, including but not limited to; seeding and propagation, planting, weeding, watering, pest management and harvesting a wide variety of medicinal herbs and plants, thereby contributing to the successful growth of the organization. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Assists with optimal farm production, by actively working in each area as directed, i.e. preparing soils and seed flats, applying fertilizers, transplanting, irrigating, weeding and harvesting crops as directed. Recognizes apparent crop disease or pest problems and brings to attention of crew leader. 2. Assists with optimal harvest yields, by following harvesting and processing instructions; including but not limited to, picking, separating, cleaning, drying, and evaluation of crop quality of each herb according to established procedures. Works with other crew members to ensure proper post-harvest handling and timely delivery of all harvested crops. 3. Works under the direction of the irrigation manager to assure adequate irrigation of all crops. Works with other members of the farm crew to install new drip and sprinkler systems, and adjusts system(s) seasonally, as needed. 4. Ensures safe and efficient use of hand tools and small power tools, by reading and following operating instructions at all times, asks questions of crew leader when in doubt on proper use of any tool. Maintains and stores tools as directed, to ensure safety and to extend the useful life of all tools. 5. Ensures safe-working conditions, by following established safety procedures at all times, participating in all required safety training, and remaining aware of safety concerns. Serves as a good role model for co-workers and student interns by practicing safe work habits and supporting all safety guidelines. SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with a variety of other tasks, including running errands and making deliveries, as directed. Willingly provides back up for other members of the farm crew, including the landscaping crew, as directed. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma required; plus one to three years of related hands-on experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Familiarity with the cultivation of medicinal herbs helpful. One to three years farm experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Ability to relate cooperatively with small groups of co-workers performing similar jobs. Ability to organize and communicate thoughts, and to understand non-threatening communications from others. Courteous in handling telephone calls and/or in greeting or directing visitors. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Current valid Driver's License. Ability to travel occasionally. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: Entry Level Performance Standards: Willing to learn propagation techniques to specific herb species (including soil depth, seed treatment, heat requirements). Willing to evaluate and maintain proper moisture levels. Willing to evaluate and track seed inventory. Willing to perform planting and related greenhouse record-keeping. Willing to lead field planting crew. Willing to learn the operation of the mechanical transplanter. Ability to effectively use hand tools for weeding. Willing to learn basic irrigation system components, field layout and pipe repair. Ability to recognize apparent crop disease/pest problems. Job Type: Full-time Experience: Farm: 1 year Education: High school or equivalent Location: Rogue River