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Peckham is a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization. We specialize in providing vocational rehabilitation and training opportunities for people with significant disabilities, and/or other barriers to employment. If you have a disability or other barrier to employment, please be sure to fully complete the 'eligibility for services questionnaire' to help us determine the best fit and necessary accommodations for your employment needs.
If you do NOT have a disability, please complete the entire application including the questionnaire. Being a person without a disability will not impact your eligibility to be hired for this position.
This specific job is open to all interested candidates, both people with and without disabilities.
Peckham Inc. - Farm/Facilities Worker Level 1
Important Details:
SUMMARY
This Level I position assists in various roles at Peckham Farms and in maintaining Peckham Facilities throughout the Lansing area. Primary duties of this position are to assist in general building maintenance, preventive building maintenance, and during the Harvest Season assist in the maintenance and harvest of fruits and vegetables at Peckham Farms. The Harvest Season generally will fluctuate in length and generally is within the months between June - October. Responsibilities may include, basic building and equipment/machinery maintenance and upkeep, lawn mowing, weed trimming, general cleaning, pruning, hand or tool weeding, leaf removal, setup/removal of holiday decorations, and snow removal.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SHIFT
Normal work hours for this position are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm and subject to immediate schedule adjustment and/or overtime.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
This job requires basic knowledge of agriculture, building repair and computers.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Wheel barrels, shop vacs, rolling scaffolding, folding ladders, extension ladders, power washers, scrub brushes, weed trimmers, lawn edgers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, push mowers, snow blowers, hand tools, pumps, sprinklers, shovels, and salt spreaders.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to kneel, sit, bend, walk, use fingers, hands, arms, and legs to handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to kneel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is at times exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, dust, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. The employee will be working outdoors and be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and temperature extremes.
COMMENTS
This position utilizes a team approach for all projects and also promotes Peckham's vision, values, and services to all customers and stakeholders. Assists in maintaining organization wide quality standards. Must have access to reliable transportation for frequent trips to facilities. Must pass background checks and obtain a Peckham fork truck license.
SPECIAL NOTES
These jobs are part of the AbilityOne program, to learn more about the AbilityOne program go to www.abilityone.gov
PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:
Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Business Line:
Peckham Farms
Location:
Lansing, MI
Worker Sub-Type:
Team Member
Peckham is a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization. We specialize in providing vocational rehabilitation and training opportunities for people with significant disabilities, and/or other barriers to employment. If you have a disability or other barrier to employment, please be sure to fully complete the 'eligibility for services questionnaire' to help us determine the best fit and necessary accommodations for your employment needs.
If you do NOT have a disability, please complete the entire application including the questionnaire. Being a person without a disability will not impact your eligibility to be hired for this position.
This specific job is open to all interested candidates, both people with and without disabilities.
Peckham Inc. - Farm/Facilities Worker Level 1
Important Details:
- Starting Wage: $13.00 per hour
- Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Possible Overtime)
- Location: 5408 W Grand River Lansing, MI 48906
SUMMARY
This Level I position assists in various roles at Peckham Farms and in maintaining Peckham Facilities throughout the Lansing area. Primary duties of this position are to assist in general building maintenance, preventive building maintenance, and during the Harvest Season assist in the maintenance and harvest of fruits and vegetables at Peckham Farms. The Harvest Season generally will fluctuate in length and generally is within the months between June - October. Responsibilities may include, basic building and equipment/machinery maintenance and upkeep, lawn mowing, weed trimming, general cleaning, pruning, hand or tool weeding, leaf removal, setup/removal of holiday decorations, and snow removal.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
- Cultivate soil, sow crops and control weeds by hand pulling, slashing, rotary hoeing or spraying
- Identify plant pests and plant pathogens
- Assemble and maintain garden beds
- Clean and sterilize farm equipment
- Follow Peckham food and safety guidelines
- Assist with wash, pack, and distribution activities. These include washing, grading, and packaging of produce, and preparing it for storage, market, or delivery while maintaining strict record keeping and trace-ability standards.
- Assist with grounds maintenance by means of push mowers, weed trimmers, edgers, blowers
- Assist with snow removal and clearing of emergency exits and walking areas, spreading salt & de-icer on walkways, constructing snow fences.
- Assist in overhead cleaning by means of dusting or vac systems
- Assist in specialty cleaning of wall, ceiling, and floor surfaces
- Assist with setup and removal of holiday decorations around Lansing area facilities i.e. hanging lights, setting up displays, following diagrams and verbal instructions.
- Assist with general facility maintenance including repair, cleaning and upkeep of fixtures, appliances, storage racking, and furniture, as well as assisting with the installation of said objects using hand and power tools.
- Maintain a safe and healthy work area and report any safety concerns to the supervisor.
- Other related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SHIFT
Normal work hours for this position are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm and subject to immediate schedule adjustment and/or overtime.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
This job requires basic knowledge of agriculture, building repair and computers.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Valid Michigan driver's license
- Ability to pass, at minimum, Level 1 of the Farm and Facilities Safety Training
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Wheel barrels, shop vacs, rolling scaffolding, folding ladders, extension ladders, power washers, scrub brushes, weed trimmers, lawn edgers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, push mowers, snow blowers, hand tools, pumps, sprinklers, shovels, and salt spreaders.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to kneel, sit, bend, walk, use fingers, hands, arms, and legs to handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to kneel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is at times exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, dust, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. The employee will be working outdoors and be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and temperature extremes.
COMMENTS
This position utilizes a team approach for all projects and also promotes Peckham's vision, values, and services to all customers and stakeholders. Assists in maintaining organization wide quality standards. Must have access to reliable transportation for frequent trips to facilities. Must pass background checks and obtain a Peckham fork truck license.
SPECIAL NOTES
These jobs are part of the AbilityOne program, to learn more about the AbilityOne program go to www.abilityone.gov
PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:
- Click HERE and you will be directed to the ILRU Directory to find an agency in your area that can assist you
- Click HERE and you will be directed to the American Jobs Center (AJC) finder to locate a center near you
- Email us at jobs@peckham.org
- Call us at (517) 316-4000
- Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm)
Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Business Line:
Peckham Farms
Location:
Lansing, MI
Worker Sub-Type:
Team Member
