Hiring: Assistant Growers – Food Bank Farm

Community Involved In Sustaining Agriculture Inc; Chicopee (MA); Hybrid; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Job summary

Community Involved In Sustaining Agriculture Inc is seeking Full- and/or Part-time Assistant Growers in Chicopee, MA. The position involves assisting in vegetable production, including seeding, transplanting, weed management, and harvesting. Candidates must have farming or gardening experience, physical capability to lift 50 lbs, and a positive attitude. Compensation starts at $17/hr and the duration of the position is from April to October, with flexibility for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in farming or gardening is preferred.
• Ability to safely lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Reliable transportation is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of vegetable production.
• Participate in seeding, transplanting, and harvesting.
• Work collaboratively with a small crew and volunteers.

Skills

Farming experience

Gardening experience

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Job description

Food Bank Farms,a non-profit farm located in Hadley, MA,is seeking Full- and/or Part-time Assistant Grower(s)(24-40 hours a week)who will assist in all aspects of vegetable production including seeding,transplanting, weed management, harvesting, washing and packing produce. We will be a small crew and will work with volunteers to distribute our food to our local food agencies.

Qualifications:The ideal candidate has farming and/or gardening experience, interest in developing their farming/gardening skills, and commitment to the FBF’s mission and purpose. Candidates must be able to safely lift and carry 50 lbs maybe more on occasion, be able to work in all weather conditions, work weekends. In addition, a positive attitude, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to be as productive as possible are essential to our season’s success. Reliable transportation is also needed.

Duration:The position begins in April and goes through October (possibly into November).Start and end dates can be flexible depending on personal schedules or applicant availability.We encourage someone for the full season but will hire the right person.Hours during the main season are 8am-4pm, with a paid 45-minute lunch

Compensation:Compensation starts at $17/hr with higher potential deepening on experience.

For more details and to apply please send resume and cover letter along with 2-3 references to the farm manager Lee. [e-mail]

I look forward to hearing from you!

Lee Gadway (He, Him)

Farm Manager
Cultivating for Community
Food Bank of Western Massachusetts
25 Carew Street
Chicopee, MA 01020
413-406-3221

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