What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Hand position at Thirsty Fruit Farm LLC?
Job Summary
Thirsty Fruit Farm is seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) farm assistant. We are looking for a hard-working, energetic, and detail-oriented person to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for farming and a willingness to learn various aspects of farm operations. This role involves hands-on work with crops, and equipment, ensuring the smooth functioning of daily farm activities.
Duties
- Assisting with farm infrastructure construction projects
- Washing and packaging leafy greens and root vegetables
- Harvesting and bunching herbs
- Harvesting and packaging fruit and fruiting vegetable crops
- Harvesting root vegetables
- Maintaining accurate harvest records daily
- Weeding the growing area
- Trellising and pruning tomatoes
- Packing retail and wholesale orders
- Washing harvest and delivery totes
- Renewing growing beds
- Cleaning the wash/pack room
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure all farm operations run smoothly.
Requirements
- Experience or knowledge in farming or gardening is preferred.
- Familiarity with greenhouse practices is a plus.
- Passing a background check
- A willingness to work in all weather conditions (heat, rain, cold, etc)
- Ability to perform heavy lifting (50lbs) and physically demanding tasks throughout the day.
- Proficiency in using both power tools and hand tools safely.
- Strong work ethic with a commitment to maintaining high standards of care for crops.
- A genuine interest in agriculture and farming practices.
Join our team today and contribute to the vital work of sustainable farming!
To apply, please submit a resume and a short statement about why you want to work on a farm to thirstyfruitfarm@gmail.com.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to Commute:
- Slaterville Springs, NY 14881 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Slaterville Springs, NY 14881: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18