Farm horticultre

Overview

Join our dynamic agricultural team as a Farm Horticulturist, where you'll play a vital role in cultivating thriving crops and maintaining healthy farm environments. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work outdoors in a hands-on setting, applying your expertise in horticulture, farm machinery, and animal care. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of farm activities, promoting sustainable practices, and supporting the growth of high-quality produce and livestock. If you’re passionate about farming, eager to develop your skills, and ready to contribute to a vibrant agricultural community, this role is perfect for you!

Duties

• Oversee daily horticultural activities including planting, pruning, watering, and harvesting crops to ensure optimal growth and quality.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery such as tractors, irrigation systems, greenhouses, and power tools with precision and safety awareness.
• Manage livestock care including feeding, health monitoring, animal husbandry practices, and handling livestock safely and humanely.
• Conduct equipment repairs, troubleshooting mechanical issues, welding repairs when necessary, and perform routine maintenance to keep machinery running efficiently.
• Supervise farm staff or seasonal workers in tasks like manual handling, heavy lifting, and equipment operation to promote safety standards in production.
• Implement irrigation schedules and monitor water systems to optimize crop health while adhering to environmental standards.
• Maintain detailed records of crop cycles, animal health logs, equipment maintenance schedules, and safety compliance documentation.

Requirements

• Proven experience in farming or agriculture with hands-on knowledge of horticulture practices and greenhouse management.
• Supervising experience or leadership skills in managing farm teams or seasonal workers.
• Proficiency in operating heavy equipment such as agricultural tractors, forklifts, and other farm machinery; certification preferred.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to perform basic repairs on farm equipment; welding skills are a plus.
• Experience with animal husbandry including livestock management and animal handling techniques.
• Knowledge of safety standards related to outdoor work environments, heavy lifting, manual handling, and equipment operation.
• Ability to perform physical tasks involving heavy lifting, manual handling, and outdoor labor in various weather conditions.
• Familiarity with irrigation systems, MRO (maintenance, repair & operations), power tools, hand tools, and basic math skills for measurements and calculations.
• Greenhouse experience or horticultural expertise is highly desirable; outdoor work experience is essential.

Embark on a rewarding career where your passion for farming meets innovation! We’re committed to fostering a safe environment that values your skills while supporting your growth within the agricultural industry.

Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $10 - $12