Wild Flight Farm in Mara, BC is seeking a Field Assistant!
ABOUT Wild Flight Farm
Wild Flight Farm is the largest organic market vegetable farm in BC’s North Okanagan and has 24 acres under cultivation. We grow a wide variety of vegetables for market, online sales, and wholesale outlets on about half of that area each season, alternating with green manures on the remaining land. We use several mechanical tools/tractors to cultivate and harvest our crops along with the usual hand planting, weeding, and harvesting methods.
The rural location in the North Okanagan/Shuswap is within a 30-minute drive of the communities of Salmon Arm, Enderby and Sicamous. The farm borders the Shuswap River in a region known for diverse outdoor recreation opportunities from paddling, mtn. biking, hiking, climbing, and much more.
DESIRED QUALITIES
Qualifications and Skills Required:
- At least 2 years hands-on experience on market vegetable farms
- A positive, can-do attitude and a drive to work quickly and efficiently
- Basic farm tractor and implement operation skills
- Previous experience managing, directing, and working with staff
- Knowledge of and experience with organic production methods and organic standards
- Ability to repeatedly lift 50lbs, kneel, bend, and squat repeatedly for long periods, as well as withstand and enjoy working outside in all weather conditions from extreme heat to rain and mud.
POSITION TASKS
Field Staff Supervision:
- Under the direction/in collaboration with the Farm Manager and other Team Leads organize and direct field staff daily to ensure seeding, transplanting, cultivation, and harvest timelines are met.
- Work alongside less experienced staff as needed to provide instruction and assist in completing tasks.
- Create, by example, a positive, co-operative and energetic work environment in which productivity and quality are emphasized.
- Offer both positive and constructive feedback to fellow staff regarding tasks and performance.
Field Operations:
- Conduct vegetable bed preparation and direct seeding
- Monitor and manage weeding, and pest/disease control in a timely, pro-active manner
- Carry out weekly mechanical weed control activities
- Apply compost and other materials to maintain soil fertility
- Maintain careful records of all seeding, planting, spraying, harvesting and soil inputs
- Participate in vegetable planting, weeding, harvesting, washing/packing
POSITION DETAILS
Term: Anticipated start date: April 15th
Full-time (Monday-Friday), Seasonal (April – Novembver), with the potential for winter work.
Hours per week: 40-45 hrs per week
Wage: Position is full-time, seasonal, with the potential for winter work
Wage range is $21 – $23/hour depending on experience with yearly compensation reviews
Extended health benefits package, including medical, dental and visual coverage after six months
$250 personal gear allowance after six months
Access to farm produce, as seasonally available, for personal/family use
TO APPLY
Email your resume or related questions to Produce@WildFlightFarm.ca
Please include a cover letter describing your motivation to apply for this job and the specific skills/experience you have that match the work description and skills required.
Applicants must legally be allowed to work in Canada i.e you’re a Canadian citizen or have a valid work Visa.
Please note: Wild Flight Farm is located in Mara, BC. Approximately a 30-minute commute from the communities of Salmon Arm, Sicamous, and Enderby. Reliable transportation is required. On-farm housing is not available..
Apply by: March 15th, 2025
Anticipated start date: April 15th, 2025
While we thank all who apply, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
When applying, please mention you saw this posting at youngagrarians.org
Please note that Young Agrarians does not have the capacity to pre-screen job opportunities. Please screen your potential employer to ensure that you are entering into a fair exchange that meets your needs and expectations. Try asking the farm for references of past workers, or ask people in the community if you are unsure.
LEARN MORE ABOUT Wild Flight Farm
Website: http://wildflightfarm.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildflightfarm
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildflightfarm/