Part-/Full-Time Farm Crew Members
Employer: Northwest Corner Farm
Work Location: Winsted, CT
Term of Employment: Part- or full-time, seasonal
Compensation Range: $18-21/hr DOE
Duties / Responsibilities
The position entails both high tunnel and field work including seeding, transplanting, bed prep, irrigating, trellising, mulching, pruning, weeding, crop protection, as well as harvesting, washing, and packing produce, and other related tasks.
We seek a positive, detail-oriented individual with a strong work ethic who can thrive in a small team and also work independently. Applicants should ideally have one season of vegetable farming experience (or equivalent in years of gardening and outdoor work and willingness to learn!), but we are flexible and will train.
The ideal candidate(s) will have a passion for growing high-quality, delicious food using sustainable and regenerative farming practices. Working alongside the Farm Manager, the Farm Crew Member contributes to executing an annual farm plan that produces vegetables, herbs, and other fresh food items for our wholesale and retail accounts including local schools, restaurants, food banks, and other channels.
The position is a great opportunity for the right person to develop with the business as we expand. Communication skills are essential, along with extreme attention to detail. This position requires daily collaboration and interaction with the Farm Manager and Farm Owners.
Due to the seasonal nature of intensive vegetable production, the position could require extended hours during the high season (June-August) including some weekend shifts (e.g. for watering, crop protection, etc.), offset by fewer hours during early and late seasons.
We welcome part-time applicants. A part-time position would involve 10-25 hours/week from approximately mid-April to mid-September.
Desired Applicant Experience
- 1+ years experience in vegetable farming, hand/human scale
- Positive attitude and enthusiasm for sustainable organic food production
- Enthusiasm for learning new techniques and practices
- Great communication skills and attention to detail are essential
- Ability to work outdoors in nearly all weather conditions
- Ability to lift and carry 50+ pounds repeatedly
- Knowledge of general small farm machinery (BCS, mower, etc.) and ability to operate machinery and power tools confidently and safely a plus
- General carpentry and handy person skills a plus
- Valid driver’s license and required personal vehicle operator insurance, with reliable transportation (we are located in a rural area with limited access to public transportation)
- Resilience in the face of climate change, including unpredictable weather and environmental challenges
- Capacity to thrive in an evolving “startup” farm operation
- Ability to be flexible with job duties
Full details on our website: http://northwestcornerfarm.com/jobs
How to Apply / Notes / Other Information
How to apply:
Please visit our website to complete an online application form where you can attach a short cover note and current resume, and let us know about your availability for a position on our team: https://northwestcornerfarm.com
Thank you for your interest in Northwest Corner Farm!
Northwest Corner Farm is an equal opportunity employer. We hire without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.