Seasonal Weed Crew Member

The Trustees of Reservations•Dover, MA

6d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Seasonal Weed Crew, you will support the Trustees’ mission and Powisset Farm’s commitment to connecting our community to food and the land on which it grows. Powisset Farm is located on ancestral and unceded lands of the Wampanoag, Nipmuc, and Massachusetts peoples, and has a long history of agricultural enterprises, from its First Peoples to Amelia Peabody’s legendary farm, famous for its breed stock of Hereford cattle and Yorkshire pigs. Today, our farm is better known for its CSA (community supported agriculture) operation. By purchasing a share at Powisset Farm, CSA members help to create community around our farm and their commitment to locally grown produce. They receive vegetables each week throughout the growing season, and harvest pick-your-own crops as well. The vegetable operation at Powisset Farm supplies an on-site farm stand, a Mobile Market program, an on-farm commercial kitchen, and wholesale accounts.  We are committed to growing our community by connecting people to food and the land on which it grows. As a Seasonal Weed Crew Member, you will handle essential farm work on a daily basis: planting, seeding, weeding, hoeing, harvesting, post-harvest vegetable handling, and fall farm cleanup. You will meet the physical challenges of farming alongside a small farm team.

Requirements

Responsible and adaptable team member
Ability to lift 40 pounds
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment
A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees’ driving policy
A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check

Nice To Haves

Prior farm experience is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Seed, transplant, complete field preparations, cultivate, harvest, and distribute produce
Perform field work both alone and as part of a team

Benefits

Sick Time: 40 hours
Reciprocity: Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

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