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Four Beat Farm in Pemberton, BC is seeking a Vegetable Farm Field Crew!
ABOUT Four Beat Farm
Do you enjoy fast-paced, outdoor work? Want to be part of a “growing” team and have a job that is rewarding and meaningful, surrounded by plants and awesome people?
THE FARM: Four Beat Farm is a certified organic vegetable farm in the Pemberton Meadows in Lil’wat Territory. Started in 2016, the farm is all about “Quality food for everyday eating” and to provide a fulfilling life and livelihood for people growing it. We are looking for motivated, hardworking individuals to join our farm team for 2026 and beyond.
The farm currently has 4 acres in vegetable production, which is primarily field-grown row crops plus several unheated tunnels. We have a small tractor for lifting and mowing, and we make efficient use of hand tools and our team of Belgian draft horses for much of our fieldwork. We sell mostly through a 200+ member CSA, plus some local farmers markets.
Pemberton has a short and intense growing season with hot summer days and lots of mud, rain, bugs, and cold in the spring and fall. Working here requires a real appreciation for good food, being outdoors in all kinds of weather, moving quickly to make the most of the summer months, and celebrating the seasonal nature of farming.
DESIRED QUALITIES
For 2026, there will be a core team of 4 full-time employees in addition to the farm owner, with extra hands during peak season. Every person on the team is critical to the farm’s success.
You will be expected to hustle, to work independently, and to self-motivate to keep a healthy pace on the task at hand while looking out for yourself, your co-workers, and the farm’s operations as a whole.
Farming can be repetitive and it can be hard. A can-do attitude and sense of humour is crucial.
We are a tight and hardworking team that values clear communication, kindness, and commitment to an efficient, inclusive and drama-free workplace.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is smart, strong, kind, and takes pride in hard work
- Will take direction and pay attention to detail
- Enjoys working independently and in a team
- Is physically fit; able to bend over for long periods of time; able to lift up to 40lb
- Will balance speed and quality to meet (and exceed) our production standards
- Is reliable
- Has reliable transportation
- Is comfortable around and respectful of dogs and large animals
- Is excited about local food and farming
POSITION TASKS
For the 2026 season, we are looking to fill 1 full-time, full-season Field Crew position.
As a member of the core farm team, this role involves
- planting
- seeding
- weeding
- irrigating
- harvesting
- washing
- packing many types of vegetables.
Duties may also include helping with CSA pickups and farmers markets, driving the delivery vehicle, basic livestock care, and assisting with equipment/facility maintenance.
For this open position, several shifts will include front-facing interaction with our member-customers (ie helping at farmers markets and CSA deliveries) alongside fieldwork duties.
POSITION DETAILS
Term: Ideal start/end is early May to mid-November, but there is flexibility for the right fit.
Prior farming experience is not required. A valid driver’s license is required for this role. Must be available Monday to Thursday, as well as Sundays or Fridays.
Hours per week: Full-time hours on our team is consistently 35-40 hours/week.
Hours are generally 7am-4pm Monday-Thursday for the whole team, plus a Sunday market day or Friday fieldwork shift (so everyone gets two consecutive days off). There is a daily break for lunch (30 minutes, unpaid) and a mid-morning break for tea (paid). We may start later in the spring/fall and earlier in the heat of summer, and we take care to adjust hours and scheduling based on the needs of the whole team.
We encourage employees to take a full week of vacation mid-summer, and to schedule time off as needed. There are occasionally opportunities for extra hours in peak season, but they are always optional and we take care to avoid burnout in our team. Our farm values consistency and reliability from both management and employees alike. We will work with your other work/play/life commitments and, in turn, we expect you to give 110% in the field.
Wage: $20-$23/hour depending on experience. Along with an hourly wage and consistent work hours as listed above, employees have access to fresh farm-grow produce throughout the season (plenty of veggies to take home!). Full-time/full-season employees are also eligible for regular performance reviews, an annual health spending allowance, standard paid sick days, and a full week’s paid vacation mid-summer.
As an employer, we are committed to the ongoing skill development of our employees that is on par with their commitment to efficiency, workplace performance, and desire for growth within the farm and the industry. In your application, feel free to highlight your long-term career goals if applicable.
TO APPLY
Please send your resume along with a genuine letter of interest to Naomi at fourbeatfarm@gmail.com. In your application, please highlight each of the following:
- Any experience vegetable farming
- Any experience in physically-demanding jobs (kitchen, warehouse, forestry, etc.) or recreation pursuits
- Any experience with horses
- Any experience in farmers markets or retail sales
- Any experience driving trucks and towing trailers
- Valid BC Class 5 and clean driving record
- Availability (start/end dates and days/week)
- Eligible to work in Canada (required)
Employees generally live in the town of Pemberton. We do not have on-farm accommodation available for the upcoming season. The farm is 12km from town so reliable transportation in the form of a personal vehicle or a healthy appetite for bicycling is a must. Please specify in your application if you already have local housing secured or your plan for relocating.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with interviews starting February 1st. We look forward to hearing from you.
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 Four Beat Farm
Website: www.fourbeatfarm.ca/
Facebook: /fourbeatfarm
Instagram: @fourbeatfarm