The Organic Farmer is responsible for the health and maintenance of field crops, orchards, and greenhouses. We are a research farm, so the ideal candidate must have a can-do attitude and willing to try (and sometimes fail) new things untraditional to the mainstream farming industry. This position includes a large potential for growth. As a startup, this is a great opportunity to be a part of early-stage innovative conservation efforts to better our planet, with substantial room to grow with the company.

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Compensation:

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• $18-$25 hourly DOE

• 3 weeks PTO accrued annually (FT)

• Potential for housing accommodations (FT)

• Paid arborist or landscape contractor certification 

• Provide positive reference and experience voucher to CSLB

• As a startup we currently do not offer health or retirement benefits

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Schedule:

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• Part or full-time

• Wednesday-Sunday

• Hours may vary depending on season or market days

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Responsibilities:

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• Expand and maintain field crops, orchards, and greenhouses

• General landscaping and tree services

• Prepare seasonal planting and harvest schedules

• Implementation of organic pest management systems

• Prepare for and attend farmer's markets

• Work with volunteers 

• Prepare and execute product deliveries and shipments

• Installation and regular inspection of irrigation and fencing

• Maintain proper sanitation and food handling practices

• Keep facilities clean and organized

• Daily detailed record keeping and time tracking

• Uphold organic certification standards

• Tractor and trailer operation

• Ensure product quality and availability

• Expand customer base via marketing and outreach

• Adhere to and uphold safety standards and practices

• Livestock chore coverage as necessary

• Administrative duties as necessary

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Qualifications:

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• Practical knowledge and experience with regenerative farming practices in a medium to large scale polyculture environment

• US work authorized

• Valid driver's license

• Clean, organized, and efficient

• Reliable and teachable

• Ability to life 50lbs

• Willing to obtain food handler certification

 

Preferred Skills (not required):

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• Class A CDL or willingness to obtain CDL

• Arborist experience or willingness to obtain arborist certification

• Spanish / English bilingual

• Welding / soldering

• Carpentry / construction

• Videography

 

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