Farm Foreman

Gresham OR

Description

Our farm is located in Gresham, Oregon - 35 mins from downtown Portland. We are looking for a skilled, experienced Farm Foreman to oversee all operations on our small hobby farm, with the focus on general labor, garden and orchard management, and supervise a crew of 2-4 staff. We have 80 acres near Oxbow park with 6 horses, a dozen chickens, non-profit vegetable gardens, orchards, hay fields, and landscaped flower gardens. There is a full-time landscaper and machine operator on site. Farming/garden experience required, livestock experience helpful but not required. Farm and people management experience is essential. Position is hourly, full-time with excellent benefits, PTO, Sick time, Paid Holidays, Insurance (health, dental, eye, AFLAC), 401K. Weekends and Holidays required, as needed. Must have reliable transportation and be local. This is an amazing opportunity for the right person! Please email resume, references, and cover letter stating why you are a good fit. Any incomplete application will not be considered. Duties and Responsibilities Include:  Day to day general farm duties and maintenance  Management of up to 4 other employees.  Garden management - planting, harvesting, weeding, pruning, land prep, fertilizing, sampling soil, IPM, scheduling garden events, running the crew.  Irrigation knowledge required. Seasonal maintenance. Troubleshoot and repair. Installation of lawn, arena, and garden irrigation.  Clean driving record required! Must be able to drive dump truck, truck/trailer, and tractor.  Order/purchase supplies.  Basic plumbing, carpentry, mechanic work  Seasonal farm maintenance  Operate basic farm machinery including tractors, mower, SUV. Will be responsible for mowing pastures and maintaining indoor and outdoor arenas.  Assist with equine, poultry, and dog care, as needed.  Shop tidying and maintenance.  Fencing and fence maintenance  Daily gardening, yard work, and weeding  Assist owner with household duties and run personal errands when needed  Oversee staff of 3.  Keep thorough records on garden/orchard events, repair and maintenance logs  Pasture maintenance for hay and grazing fields (cut, drag, fertilize)  Assist with construction projects on site  Ensure staff follow policies and regulations  Uphold company policies  Schedule and oversee work performed by vendors and contractors  Ability to create and follow budgets, submit invoices/receipts  Aid with future expansion and planning (including non-profit gardens)  Follow OSHA, ODA, and other regulatory requirements. You:  5+ years experience in ALL the following: Farm management, farming, gardening/agriculture, produce/orchards, crew management, irrigation  Demonstrates ability to carry out directions while working alone and with others. Self starter.  Leads by example, first to grab a shovel or pitchfork!  Must have basic experience in Word, Excel, Outlook.  You will answer directly to the Farm EVP  Must have current ODL and clean driving record General all around farm hand/handy-person MUST be a good team player.  Ability to problem solve and know how to find the answer  Ability to work over time, weekends, and travel up to 20% of the time  An expert at time management and prioritizing  A positive attitude toward your work and others  Motivation is a MUST!  Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 75 pounds  Must provide references Us:  80+ acre working farm with a non-profit produce gardens, orchards, and hay production. Horses, chickens, dogs. Acres of trails and gardens. We also run a small, family owned excavation and construction company. Job Type: Full-time, Salary Pay: $48,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year