Farm Team Member - Seasonal

TITLE:Farm Team Member - Seasonal DEPARTMENT: WFD/Red Earth Gardens

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This is a seasonal, hands-on organic farming position involving seeding, transplanting, weeding, harvesting, washing, packaging and distribution of produce, some maintenance and repair, and other farming tasks.
• Operate farm equipment required for mowing, tilling, cultivating, seeding and harvesting produce. Training will be provided to ensure safety and proper use of equipment, including tractors and mower.
• If a task is completed before another task is assigned, make use of time by doing a job on the packhouse whiteboard, such as cleaning or weeding ends of vegetable rows in the field.
• Assist with tending the chickens and picking eggs.
• Daily attendance and punctuality is essential for this position.
• Call or text at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled start time if unable to make it to work that day.
• Physical strength and stamina to perform manual labor outdoors.
• Must be able to repeatedly lift 50 lbs.
• Seasonal position starting in mid-March until end of harvest season.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• PTEC preference preferred.
• Experience working in positions that require effective communication and teamwork.
• Some knowledge of gardening, greenhouse work, farming or local foods required.
• Ability to work outdoors for long periods of time.
• Requires someone to be willing to learn and to multi-task with attention to detail.
• Must submit to and successfully pass background check.
• Prefer Valid Driver's License and qualifies to become an acceptable driver under the Tribe's insurance.

SUPERVISION:Supervised by the Instructional Farm Manager.

SALARY: Beginning hourly salary $16.00

(24-30-hours/week, some flexibility required).