Sustainable Farm Caretaker Apprentice

Caretaker Farm; Williamstown (MA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Farm vegetables

Workers’ compensation

WiFi

Library access

Paid vacation

Job summary

Caretaker Farm in Massachusetts offers a hands-on apprenticeship focused on sustainable crop production and farm operations. You'll work alongside the farmer, participate in weekly tours, and engage with the CRAFT training program to build practical skills and a farming career.

The 5.5-day workweek is demanding but designed for motivated individuals who value teamwork, initiative, and caring for the land. Compensation includes a $2000/month stipend, housing, wifi, and paid vacation, with

Qualifications

• Strong vocational interest in farming or agricultural development.
• Self-motivated; takes initiative.
• Reliable, responsible, and professional.
• Work well in teams and individually.
• Good sense of humor.
• Appreciates high-quality work/products.
• Eager to live and collaborate in a community.
• Deep respect for others and the land.
• Hard-working and physically capable.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily farm operations alongside the farmer.
• Participate in weekly on-farm tours.
• Engage in the CRAFT apprentice training program.
• Set goals and have monthly check-ins.
• Discuss interests to tailor learning path.

Skills

Farming interest

Initiative

Reliability

Teamwork

Respect for land

Physically fit

Self-motivation

Community living

Job description

Caretaker Farm in Massachusetts offers a hands-on apprenticeship focused on sustainable crop production and farm operations. You'll work alongside the farmer, participate in weekly tours, and engage with the CRAFT training program to build practical skills and a farming career.

The 5.5-day workweek is demanding but designed for motivated individuals who value teamwork, initiative, and caring for the land. Compensation includes a $2000/month stipend, housing, wifi, and paid vacation, with