Farm Hand at Foxfire Heritage Farm
Description
Position summary
Perform tasks associated with the care of the livestock at Foxfire Heritage Farm in regards to feed, water and pasture rotations, along with the production of high-quality produce in the market garden by applying sustainable approaches to the care, planting, harvesting and preparation for delivery of all farm products to clients. Additional tasks include housekeeping for the short-term rentals, and aiding in the construction of new infrastructure.
Major Responsibilities
A) Vegetable Production
Preparation of soil for planting.
Seeding, repotting, and transplanting in greenhouse, and fields.
Weeding, trellising and pruning in fields, and greenhouses.
B) Harvesting and Preparation
Harvesting vegetables for weekly market.
Washing, sorting, packing and storing produce according to procedures.
C) Livestock Care
Tending to the daily feed and water needs of the various livestock on the farm
Cleaning animal water & feed dishes
Cleaning out and laying down fresh bedding in coops and stalls
Rotation of electric fence in pasture
D) Short Term Rental House keeping
Cleaning of short term rentals between guests
Setting up bedding upcoming guests
E) Other
Working at other tasks associated with general farm operations. These may include, but are not limited to, care of trees and perennials, use of mechanical equipment, greenhouse chores, etc.
3. Skills
Able to follow directions when performing tasks in all aspects of production.
Capacity to develop mental muscle to perform repetitive tasks with increasing rapidity.
Following all health and safety practices required on the farm.
4. Knowledge
Basic knowledge and experience of farm work and production is an asset.
Keen interest and knowledge of ecological farming practices.
5. Requirements
A positive attitude and willingness to work hard performing manual labour.
6. Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Working outside in the field, in greenhouses in all types of weather including cold and hot temperatures.
Lifting of heavy items such as produce containers.
Requires use of appropriate clothing and protective wear.
Working with various tools and applying safe use practices and storage.
Expected on occasion, but only if absolutely necessary, to work extra hours in order to finish work tasks (ie: harvesting required due to expected weather conditions).
Experience:
An interest in any of the following fields is an asset: arboriculture, ecological agriculture, restoration agriculture, environmental restoration, or horticulture.
The successful candidate will be available to work to following:
- 35 hours/week starting May 15, 2023 for a period of 20 consecutive weeks
We are looking for someone who is respectful, efficient, has a great team spirit, and who is happy to spend time outdoors doing hard work.
Other requirements:
The successful candidate will wear appropriate work clothes and be able to provide their own transportation to get to the farm, which is located in a rural area.
Pay rate:
$ 17.00 / hour
To apply, send your resume and a brief cover letter to : FoxfireHeritageFarm@gmail.com
- Job type: Temporary
- Company: Foxfire Heritage Farm
jobs | general labour
2023-03-31