Seasonal Farmworker: Harvest, Planting & Packing

Hindinger Farm; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A local agricultural business in Connecticut is seeking seasonal workers for fruit and vegetable cultivation. Responsibilities include planting, harvesting, and processing apples, strawberries, and various vegetables. Ideal candidates should have at least a month of experience with relevant responsibilities, be able to lift 50 lbs, and be comfortable working in extreme temperatures. This is a full-time seasonal position running from May 1, 2026, to December 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• 1 month experience in planting, cultivating, or processing fruits.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and endure extreme temperatures.
• Willingness to perform repetitive movements and extensive sitting or walking.

Responsibilities

• Plant, cultivate, and process apples and other fruits and vegetables.
• Drive, operate, and maintain various agricultural equipment.
• Perform grading and packing of harvested produce.

Skills

Operating hand tools

Harvesting

Working in extreme temperatures

Tools

Shovel

Pruning saw

Hoe

Job description

A local agricultural business in Connecticut is seeking seasonal workers for fruit and vegetable cultivation. Responsibilities include planting, harvesting, and processing apples, strawberries, and various vegetables. Ideal candidates should have at least a month of experience with relevant responsibilities, be able to lift 50 lbs, and be comfortable working in extreme temperatures. This is a full-time seasonal position running from May 1, 2026, to December 1, 2026.