Two Roads Farm on Denman Island, BC is seeking a Farm Hand!
ABOUT Two Roads Farm
We are a small-scale family farm growing mixed vegetables and some flowers for our Comox Valley communities on approximately 5 acres. We farm on a mix of owned, leased, and collaboratively farmed land. We take a sustainable and regenerative approach to agriculture, informed by ecological farming standards and ongoing research. We use mainly human-scale growing practices and equipment. We sell through a farm stand, market, online store, and wholesale to grocers and restaurants.
We like to work hard and laugh often. We take pride in feeding our community really good food. We value caring for the land we farm and the people we farm with.
Our guiding vision is a small farm that nourishes our farm family and community, cares for the people who work the land, regenerates the land, integrates positively with surrounding ecosystems, and contributes to a sustainable future. Growing thoughtfully means that we think about how each decision we make on our farm connects to human and environmental well-being and to the long-term resilience and sustainability of our farm, our communities and our planet.
DESIRED QUALITIES
Do you thrive doing fast-paced, physical, outdoor work? Are you interested in learning about and growing for a local food system? Do you like to work hard with a team of like-minded people? Please read on!
We are looking for self-motivated, reliable people with the ability and willingness to work and maintain a positive outlook in all weather. People with a solid work ethic who value doing their work well, and who are able to complete a varied set of tasks effectively and efficiently both on their own and working with teammates, tend to thrive and enjoy this work. Previous experience with fast-paced, physical and outdoor work environments is considered an asset.
REQUIREMENTS
- Able to repeatedly lift 40lbs
- Able to safely perform tasks that require repeated motions including bending, squatting, and kneeling.
- Able to work effectively and safely and maintain a positive outlook in all types of weather, including hot sun, cold temperatures, and heavy rain
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Reliable, responsible and punctual
- Able to learn and work quickly and efficiently while maintaining quality in a fast-paced, varied work environment
- Able to be adaptable and flexible in the face of unpredictable and changing weather and situations
- Able to build and maintain good working relationships
- Comfortable working around dogs or a willingness to learn – there are 3 on the farm.
- Preference may be given to candidates with accommodation on Denman who are able to arrive for 6am start times. On-farm seasonal accommodation may be available. Workers are responsible for their own transportation to and from the farm.
JOB TASKS
Duties include: Our Field Crew works on our small team with experienced farmers on varied tasks including soil preparation, seeding, planting, plant and landscape care, harvesting, processing and packing vegetables, vegetable processing for value-added products, assisting with equipment and infrastructure building and maintenance, and marketing. Our work is physically and mentally demanding at times, and we work in all types of weather. We work together to cultivate a workplace that values kindness, quality food, open communication, and efficiency.
JOB DETAILS
Term: This is a Seasonal position.
Start Date: May 1, 2024. Start date flexibility may be possible.
End Date: October 11, 2024. Contract extension to mid-December may be possible. For the right applicant, an earlier end-date may be negotiable to accommodate school. Please indicate your availability in your application.
There is potential to take on leadership and specialized roles, and the possibility to move into full-year employment for those who are a good fit on the farm team and who demonstrate a commitment to efficiency and quality and a desire for long-term employment on the farm.
Hours per week: 30-40 hours per week. The work week is Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Friday. Potential to negotiate less hours per week after mid-October. Start times vary from 6am-9am, depending on season and weather. There is a half hour unpaid lunch break daily.
Wage: $18.50 per hour base wage, with the possibility of wage review mid-season for exceptional performance. Higher starting wage negotiable with experience.
JOB BENEFITS
- Challenging, fulfilling work – you will be feeding a farm-connected community and caring for the land we farm, while getting lots of fresh air and exercise.
- Lots of fresh veggies!
- Opportunities for mentorship and learning about small-scale regenerative farming and small business
- Potential for an end of season bonus if you work to the end of the season and the farm meets its financial goals.
- Working on Denman Island and experiencing life in a small and beautiful island community – lots of beaches, lakes and forests to explore after work!
TO APPLY
Please e-mail your resume with contact information for two references to: info@tworoadsfarm.ca.
Please include a short cover letter that describes why you are interested in working at Two Roads Farm and your relevant experience.
Deadline to apply: We will begin contacting applicants after March 8. Position will remain open until filled.
When applying, please mention you saw this posting at youngagrarians.org
LEARN MORE ABOUT Two Roads Farm
Website: http://www.tworoadsfarm.ca
Instagram: @tworoadsfarm
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