EMAJ Properties in Lake Country, BC is seeking a on site general farm worker!
ABOUT EMAJ Properties
EMAJ farms was born in April 2021 when our family of 6 decided to purchase a property within close proximity to all of our homes. Our immediate goal was to enrich the lives of all three generations that would be learning and benefiting from getting their hands dirty at the farm. Since then, we have explored a few of the many dreams we have for the property including; vegetable gardens, livestock production and making hay while the sun shines (or sometimes not).
Our 10 acre farm is conveniently located between Kelowna and Vernon, in the heart of Lake Country. The location provides the unique benefit of being within walking distance to many services that our town offers, including a bus route. We grow alfalfa hay on five acres of gently sloped land, and grass hay on another two. With the remaining land we sow cover crops, rotate livestock (broiler chickens and weaner pigs for local sale), grow garlic and have a substantial garden. There are two homes, two shops, a five stall barn and a hay shelter that make up the farm’s infrastructure. Some of the goals we have for the future of the farm continue to focus on local food security with the addition of a commercial kitchen, livestock processing facilities and a farm store.
To take our dreams to the next level, we are in search of someone to fill the position of general farm worker. The ideal candidate would live on site and help us carry out these projects so we could continue to grow our farm business.
EMAJ Farms values food security, community and family involvement and life enrichment. We use permaculture influenced practices.
DESIRED QUALITIES
The ideal candidate would posses the below mentioned qualifications. We would be open to training a motivated individual as well.
Experience
- Previous work in a farm setting
- Operating farm equipment
- Livestock handling
- Landscape maintenance using various yard maintenance equipment
- Carpentry, minor building skills using power tools
- Mechanical prowess and troubleshooting
Qualifications
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Use of personal vehicle requested
- Physical stamina and fitness
- Interest in regenerative agriculture and best farming practices
- Must be motivated to learn, grow and work within a community of like minded farmers
- Exceptional listening skills and ownership of assigned tasks
- Ability to work independently
JOB TASKS
- Irrigate gardens and hay crops using a variety of irrigation equipment
- Maintain common areas by weeding, mowing, refuse cleanup and removal, clearing snow
- Operate farm machinery including the tractor and its various attachments.
- Repair fences, shelters and equipment as needed.
- Control pests through best practices and preventative measures
- Care for livestock by feeding, watering, cleaning enclosures and managing manure.
- Maintain garden for optimal growth through pruning, weeding and fertilizing.
- Harvest and store vegetables
- Work outside in all weather conditions
- Live on location and be available occasionally after hours (equal to or less than 2 hours per week) as needed
- Pick up scraps from Lake Country’s local food bank – Wednesdays & Saturdays
- Obtain scraps from the Loop Program (schedule has yet to be provided)
JOB DETAILS
Term: Ideally, this position would start ASAP. This is a permanent position.
Hours per week: Preference given to those who would like to live on site, and are able to work 15 hours in low season (winter) 30 hours per week on average. Will go up to 40 hour weeks during peak harvest times. Will have set work days/hours and can work around the candidates availability.
Wage: Compensation based on experience, $18-22.50 per hour.
On Site Accommodation Details
Newly renovated, pet friendly (single dog or cat) one bedroom, one bathroom basement suite with private entrance and shared laundry. There is a large, open concept living space for one person or couple. Dog run available. Opportunity for crop sharing or labor in trade of land to raise or board your own livestock, garden etc. Available for $1200/month.
TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter to eregier77@gmail.com.
We look forward to welcoming the right person into our farming family
Deadline to apply: May 1 2023
When applying, please mention you saw this posting at youngagrarians.org
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