Lead Fruit & Vegetable Maintenance Laborer

Location: Yard/Office in Oakland. Gardens are in Oakland, San Jose and surrounding areas.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, onsite hours 7:30am-4:00pm.

Benefits: Benefits for full-time employees include: Health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer matching, FSA & Dependent Care plan, Paid vacation, access to company vehicle and mileage reimbursement when needed.

Compensation: $24 - $28/hr

Status: Full time

About Farmscape:

Farmscape is the largest urban farming company in California, with a commitment to creating food-focused, climate-resilient landscapes. Since 2008, we have designed, installed and maintained hundreds of customized gardens as beautiful as they are abundant.

Our low-impact, sustainable Farmscapes are lively, vibrant spaces that feature native, low-water plants to complement the food we grow. As trusted local farmers, we grow food for single-family homes, master-planned communities, Fortune 500 companies, Michelin-starred chefs and World Series Champions.

Job Description

• Make weekly maintenance visits to corporate gardens that the farmer independently manages
• Manage all aspects of annual vegetable cultivation from planning and planting plots to leaving a harvest for clients
• Keep detailed records during weekly visits
• Maintain relationships with clients, both in-person and via phone/email
• Adhere to Farmscape best practices in managing farms
• Communicate promptly with supervisor regarding supply needs and unexpected garden issues
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required
• Represent Farmscape in a friendly and professional manner
• Determine planting layouts and harvests based on the menus of chefs/clients.
• Provide suitable tasks & oversee crew of 1-2
• Daily communication with manager to ensure smooth service
• Continue to develop expertise and knowledge, communicating to management areas requiring support
• Contribute to supportive and accountable work environment

Qualifications:

• 2+ years experience with annual vegetable cultivation and/or landscaping
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Ability to perform manual work, lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in various weather conditions
• Ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and professionally with customers and staff
• Ability to learn and adapt to Farmscape best practices
• Organizational skills and attention to detail a must
• Valid driver’s license

Compensation:
$24 - $28 / hr

Benefits for full-time employees include: Health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer matching, FSA & Dependent Care plan, Paid vacation, Monthly Smartphone reimbursement and Mileage reimbursement. Vacations are not permitted during season switch months.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Describe your farming and landscaping experience.

Experience:

• Landscape maintenance: 2 years (Required)
• Customer service: 1 year (Required)
• Farming: 2 years (Required)
• Irrigation: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oakland, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person