Illinois Hub Manager

Canopy Farm Management; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

PTO

QSEHRA healthcare reimbursement

Job summary

A dedicated environmental organization in Illinois is seeking a Hub Manager to oversee field operations and manage teams dedicated to establishing perennial agroecological systems. This role requires field and crew management expertise and offers opportunities for professional development. Key responsibilities include planning operations, maintaining safety standards, and supporting a collaborative work environment. Candidates should possess a valid driver's license and be able to handle physical labor. This position includes benefits such as a 401(k) and PTO.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with perennial agriculture or habitat restoration.
• Previous field and crew management experience.
• Experience in farming, landscaping, forestry, or other field-based jobs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hub field operations including farm audits and crop monitoring.
• Lead and delegate tasks to Farm Technicians.
• Monitor employee workload and enforce safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication

Field management

Pesticide application

Problem-solving

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

The Hub Manager leads the team in establishing and maintaining perennial agroecological systems, supporting Canopy’s mission to plant more trees on Midwestern farms as a natural climate solution. This role oversees field operations, crew management, and resource coordination while fostering a safe, efficient, and collaborative work environment. Daily work will take place across Central Illinois using company vehicles, with occasional travel required.

Farm Services Operations

• Oversee hub field operations, including farm audits, pest and disease scouting, crop monitoring, and infrastructure management (irrigation, weather stations).
• Lead Farm Technicians: hire, train, schedule, and delegate tasks to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Monitor employee workload and well-being to prevent burnout during peak seasons.
• Track field activities, enforce DOT and safety regulations, oversee pesticide applications, and ensure quality control.
• Assist with planting, management, and monitoring activities across farms as needed.
• Scout potential establishment sites, troubleshoot equipment, and adjust operations based on seasonal and environmental conditions.

Non-Field Operations & Coordination

• Plan, prioritize, and communicate tasks using ClickUp, whiteboards, and team check-ins.
• Contribute to budgets, financial reports, AMP planning, and establishment profitability analyses.
• Maintain organized hub and shop spaces, schedule equipment maintenance, and manage supply orders.
• Document work, track hours, and provide regular updates to management on activities, progress, and seasonal feedback.
• Represent Canopy externally to landowners, suppliers, volunteers, and at industry events.
• Foster company culture, provide staff feedback, and support professional development.

• High school degree, or equivalent
• Familiarity with perennial agriculture or habitat restoration
• Previous field and crew management experience
• Experience in farming, landscaping, forestry, or other field-based jobs
• Ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator license
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to work outside, long hours, and in challenging conditions
• Ability to travel as needed
• Commitment to safety and willingness to participate in an open and collaborative environment
• Ability to work independently with strong self-direction
• Strong communication & leadership skills
• Valid driver's license

• 401(k)

• PTO

• QSEHRA healthcare reimbursement