Farm Assistant (Seasonal)
DREAMING OUT LOUD INC
•$22 - $23•Onsite
About The Position
The Farm Assistants at Dreaming Out Loud Inc. (DOL) assist with all production-related work during the growing season. They work with other farm assistants, community members, volunteers, and other farmers. Tasks include but are not limited to bed-prep, seeding, transplanting, watering, weeding, pest management, harvesting, post-harvest handling, and equipment maintenance. In addition to responsibilities on the farm, the Farm Assistant will support the boxing of CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) shares and will periodically assist with other Food Hub activities.
Requirements
- 1 year (or more) of experience farming or gardening.
- Ability to distinguish between production crops and other types of plants.
- Comfortable working in various weather conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to engage in team work.
- Willingness and ability to work Saturdays
- Independent and hardworking
- Ability to solve problems collaboratively and creatively.
- Desire to take initiative and increase skills in sustainable agriculture, both on the farm and off-site.
Nice To Haves
- Integrated pest management experience is a plus.
- Experience with database entry a plus.
- Experience in carpentry, sustainable agriculture, or community engagement is a plus.
- Driver’s license a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist with all production on the farm, including bed preparation, soil amendment, seeding, transplanting, weeding, watering, harvesting, pest management, and composting.
- Assist with weekly harvest, packaging, and distribution.
- Work and interact with volunteers, volunteer groups, and school groups.
- Help lead farm tours and create a welcoming, educational experience for visitors.
- Assist with all event-related activities, including planning, preparation, set-up, and breakdown.
- Assist with workshops including preparation, participation, set-up, and breakdown.
- Assist with outreach for volunteer and community events.
- Represent Dreaming Out Loud at community events, conferences, and workshops throughout the year.
- Assist with Saturday Farmers Markets – preparing, arranging, and selling produce, set up and break down of tents, tables, and other needed market elements, and interacting with community members.
- Support the boxing of CSA shares and periodically assist with other Food Hub activities.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Transit, Parking, and Healthcare
- Transit Assistance through SmartBenefits
- 401(k) match up to 5%
- 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance
- 100% Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
