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FARM JOB: Nelson, BC – Linden Lane Farms, Greenhouse Workers & Farms hands
January 28, 2025
Linden Lane Farms in Nelson, BC is seeking Greenhouse Workers & Farms hands!
ABOUT Linden Lane Farms
Linden Lane Farms is a certified organic market garden farm and nursery located at the southern end of the Slocan Valley in British Columbia. Established in 2012, the farm currently grows approximately 9 acres of vegetables, small fruits, plants and flowers across three locations. The main farm site and greenhouses is located in Krestova, with two additional farm leases in Tarrys and Shoreacres. The farm supports customers from Nelson, Castlegar and surrounding communities through the on-site farm stand, three weekly farmers markets and wholesale distribution channels.
Linden Lane is owned and operated by Matthew Carr, with day-to-day operations overseen by a team of experienced managers and leads. The team consists of 5 to 14 employees, depending on the time of the season, who are interested in agriculture and local food production!
DESIRED QUALITIES
Greenhouse Workers are vital to the greenhouse portion of the operation by carrying out the day-to-day tasks needed to meet the production and sales goals. Greenhouse Workers report to the Greenhouse Manager.
While tasks are seasonal, Greenhouse Workers gain experience in areas including seeding, planting, plant care, and harvest, as well as customer service and post-harvest. While we do our best to be ergonomic, farm work still involves long hours spent standing, bending, squatting and kneeling in all weather conditions while carrying out repetitive tasks. Depending on an individual’s skills and experience, they may be assigned to take a leading role in certain tasks.
Long English and Mini English Cucumbers, Cherry and Beefsteak Tomatoes, Bell, Sweet and Hot Peppers, Eggplant, Microgreens and Basil are the main greenhouse crops. Additionally our greenhouses produce transplants for both field production and our annual spring plant sale, as well as manage the nursery plant stock.
Farm-hands are vital to the operation by carrying out the day-to-day tasks needed to meet the production and sales goals. Farm-hands report to the Field Manager. While tasks are seasonal, Farm-hands gain experience in all production areas including seeding, planting, plant care, harvest, and post-harvest, as well as customer service. While we do our best to be ergonomic, farm work still involves long hours spent standing, bending, squatting and kneeling in all weather conditions while carrying out repetitive tasks. Depending on an individual’s skills and experience, they may be assigned to take a leading role in certain tasks.
The successful candidates for both positions will have a keen interest in farming and preferably have some on-farm work experience. You are a self-motivated, results-oriented person with a positive attitude who can effectively communicate and work comfortably in a fast-paced farm environment. You enjoy being outside, working as part of a team and performing a variety of farm-related tasks.
POSITION TASKS
Greenhouse Worker Tasks include but are not limited to:
- Production Work: Seeding, transplanting, weeding and crop care (irrigation, pruning, trellising, etc.) using tools, small equipment and by hand
- Harvest & Pack Shed Work: Harvesting efficiently, safely and consistently, rinsing, bunching and packaging products, cleaning and sanitizing harvest containers and tools
- Adhering to farm protocols and policies, which include food safety, farm safety, organic certification, and animal welfare standards
- Communicating with manager and supervisors daily regarding work needs
- Attending farmer’s markets when needed
- Other farm duties as required
Farmhand Tasks include but are not limited to:
- Production Work: Seeding, transplanting, weeding and crop care (irrigation, pruning, trellising, etc.) using tools, small equipment and by hand
- Harvest & Pack Shed Work: Harvesting efficiently, safely and consistently, rinsing, bunching and packaging products, cleaning and sanitizing harvest containers and tools
- Adhering to farm protocols and policies, which include food safety, farm safety, organic certification, and animal welfare standards
- Communicating with manager and supervisors daily regarding work needs
- Attending farmer’s markets when needed
- Other farm duties as required
POSITION DETAILS
Term: Early April to mid May Start date 2025 into Fall October mid November end date 2025. Possibility of full time work year round.
Hours per week: approximately 35-45 hours/week
- Monday to Friday schedule with occasional work on Saturdays/Sundays if needed.
- Typical 8-hour day starts at 7:00am-4:30pm with occasionally longer days: start time may shift earlier or later depending on weather and other factors. Standard 30-min unpaid lunch break.
- 3-month standard probationary period for new employees
Wage: $18.00-$22.00/hour, in line with experience and qualifications
Benefits:
- Vacation pay (4%) included each pay period
- Access to free farm produce “seconds” and 15% staff discounts on farm stand/market products
- Access to farm library resources
- Fuel reimbursement for reasonable travel between site locations in personal vehicles when required
- Opportunities for advancement/increased responsibilities in future seasons
TO APPLY
Please email job package (cover letter and resume) to info@lindenlanefarms.ca with “Position title: Your Name” in subject.
Include in your cover letter your passion for agriculture, what you are hoping to learn/achieve and how you fit this position.
Please include contact details for at least two professional references, (they will not be contacted without your permission). If you are interested in other open positions, please submit one application and indicate interested positions in your email.
Applications will be reviewed as they’re received, so we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. Positions remain open until filled. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
While we invite all applications, only those selected for an interview may 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 Linden Lane Farms
Website: lindenlanefarms.ca/employment/
Facebook: facebook.com/lindenlanefarms
Instagram: instagram.com/lindenlanefarms