Farm Hand

Barnstable MA

Description

The Farm Hand will be working at a small 1 acre Farm, located on the Upper Cape. This farm produces high quality vegetables for use at several restaurants and farmers markets. Candidates with a strong passion for sustainable agriculture and experience farming are preferred, but not required. This position will provide the right candidate with a hands-on opportunity to experience and master nearly every aspect of vegetable, flower, and egg production. The Farm Hand is responsible for but not limited to: • Planting, seeding garden beds • Harvesting, transplanting, weeding, pruning, trellising, thinning, managing irrigation systems, and pest control • Some tractor and rototiller work may be required for soil preparation and cultivation • Post-harvest operations will include sorting, washing, bunching of harvested crops, quality control, and packing/storage responsibilities • Transport and delivery of farm products will also be required • Greenhouse operations will entail but are not limited to seeding, potting-up, irrigation, pest control, and fertility management. • Preparing, delivering, and selling goods at Farmers Market • Feeding chickens, cleaning chicken coop Requirements • Previous farm hand experience is not necessary, though helpful. • Demonstrates passion for sustainable/organic agriculture • Ability to maintain a professional attitude and neat appearance • Follow direction well • Strong attention to detail and organization • Must enjoy working with plants and produce • Must be able to work independently as well as in a team setting • Ability to work under challenging ergonomic conditions, including work that requires frequent crouching, bending and kneeling. • Must be able to work outside in all climates • Valid Driver’s License is required REPORTS TO: Farm Management HOURS: Candidates will be expected to have flexibility in terms of scheduling. Hours will approximately be: 20 hours per week, 4 hrs. per day, 5 days per week. SALARY: Starting rate is $18 per hour increased pay is based on skill level and experience, will be expected to work some weekend days.