Indoor Vertical Farmer

Vertical Farmer Job Description

Are you looking for work with purpose that contributes to society? Food security? Water conservation? If so, we have an opportunity available, and you should read more.

While you have probably read or saw news on high tech vertical indoor farms, you likely didn’t know there was one in the area. Join the future of agriculture by becoming a Vertical Farmer. We grow living herbs to feed all socio-economic classes and use 95% less water than traditional farms.

Desired Skills/Attributes for our INDOOR FARM

• Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
• Detail oriented
• Possess basic problem-solving skills (mechanically oriented a plus)
• Follow instructions well & operate as a team player
• Enthusiastic but patient with repetitive tasks
• Interest and aptitude in technology (computers, spreadsheet input, automation)
• Willingness to learn high-tech production methodsFit to work in an agricultural environment.
• Interest in the future of agriculture
• No previous agricultural experience necessary

Duties may include: (individual will be trained on all activities)

• Seeding
• Planting
• Harvesting and Packaging
• Kitting customer orders: Preparing cases, pallets with accurate labeling, stacking configuration. Moving and loading product into cargo vehicles.
• Cleaning - always following cleanliness protocols to maintain a “certified food safety” environment
• Informing head grower of crop progress/issues, harvesting, packaging
• Light equipment/automation preventative maintenance

Must be over 18 years of age, able to lift as much as 50 pounds; ability to work standing and bending on a regular basis; ability to climb ladders frequently; ability to work in warm and humid conditions; Must use professional protective equipment when required (e.g., safety glasses, lab coat, hairnet, gloves, etc). Opportunity for advancement based on aptitude and skill development.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• No nights
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Paso Robles, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person