Regenerative Agriculture Technician

Blue Earth MN

Description

Begin an exciting chapter where you can learn about regenerative agriculture and soil health principles just as these practices are poised to revolutionize agriculture! Blue Dirt Farm supplies a variety of pasture & woodland-raised products direct to consumer, specializing in Mangalitza and heritage breed pork. Tasks will include: Moving livestock on a daily or regular schedule, routine chores, building or improving portable livestock infrastructure, structure, land, & farm maintenance, repairs, purchasing materials & supplies, machine/field work, and delivering or picking up products & supplies. Additional duties and project execution may be assigned to a qualified candidate. These may include business administration work, website setup and maintenance, marketing, sales, social media, and event planning. The ideal candidate will have the following: Mechanic skills; repairing farm implements, vehicles, tractors, etc. Including fabrication & welding, knowledge of hydraulic & electrical systems, etc. Experience with safe and efficient operation of various machines and vehicles including tractors, skid-steer, and towing trailers. Extra consideration and pay for applicants with a CDL. Practice of organization with project management skills. The ability to strategically manage a long list of projects and tasks is highly desirable. Adaptability to changing priorities as factors like weather, unexpected problems, or market considerations influence the workflow. Physical strength and stamina needed to do farm work in any conditions when required. Livestock experience with pigs, cattle, and/or poultry is helpful but not required. Resourcefulness, decisiveness, and the ability to overcome everyday challenges. Ability to understand the depth and complexity of nature’s patterns and ways is essential! Hours will start at approximately 20 per week with some flexibility in scheduling Monday through Friday 8-5. Weekend availability for up to 2 hours of chores, morning and evening, 2-3 times per month is highly desired. As the business grows, this position will likely become full time. A successful applicant will work in alignment with their strengths on various tasks at Blue Dirt Farm and may also be assigned hours with Haase Family Farms LLC. Haase Family Farms is a sixth generation farm primarily focused on corn and soybean production while implementing soil health practices. As the business founder and personally, I’m committed to treating people in a respectful and fair way with their best interests in mind as well as my own. The successful candidate will participate in drafting an MOU (memorandum of understanding) that outlines important agreements for our arrangements in a transparent and genuine way. It will be re-visited and improved upon regularly. Pay rates will be competitive and in alignment with the level of responsibilities taken. Opportunities for raises and bonuses are a possibility and will be based off results. To apply, please respond to this posting with a resume and cover letter. -Scott Haase, owner and founder of Blue Dirt Farm LLC