FARM JOB: Vancouver, BC - UBC Farm, Landscape and Maintenance Coordinator

UBC Farm in Vancouver, BC is seeking a Landscape and Maintenance Coordinator!

ABOUT UBC Farm

Situated within a 90-year-old coastal hemlock forest, the 24-hectare UBC Farm was started by students in 2001 and since then our integrated organic farm and forest ecosystem has become a key part of UBC’s agroecology research and education as well as an important Vancouver food hub. The UBC Farm features cultivated annual crop fields, perennial hedgerows and orchards, pasture, Indigenous-led gardens, and forest stands.

The UBC Farm is the Centre for Sustainable Food System’s main research, teaching and learning space, located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓-speaking xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) people.

The Farm is organically managed, and UBC Farm produce is certified organic through NOOA. We cultivate over 200 varieties of fruits, vegetables, and herbs, and also feature honey beehives.

DESIRED QUALITIES

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a technical program and a minimum two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of a relevant university degree is an asset.
Experience working within a large public-sector organization e.g. a university or government organization is an asset.
Experience with UBC, the UBC Farm, other regional organic farms, and/or other research or educational farms is an asset.
Demonstrated technical competence with and theoretical understanding of a broad range of horticultural and land management techniques.
Ability to safely and efficiently operate and maintain a broad range of hand tools, power tools, tractors, field implements, and other agricultural equipment.
Intermediate computer skills and an ability to record, manage, and manipulate data using Microsoft Excel.
Effective verbal and written communication, leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work efficiently and safely both independently and within a team environment.
Ability to multitask, exercise sound judgment, and solve minor problems independently.
Must be physically fit and enjoy hard work outdoors in all weather conditions for long days.
Must have the ability to lift 45 lbs repetitively and 70 lbs occasionally.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and have experience operating manual transmissions.
Valid BC Pesticide Applicator’s Certificate is an asset.

POSITION TASKS

Coordinates and performs day-to-day land stewardship and facility maintenance activities.
Land stewardship and facility maintenance activities coordinated or performed by the Landscape and Maintenance Coordinator may include (but are not limited to) irrigation installation, irrigation management, mowing, pest management, hoop house construction and maintenance, pruning, invasive species control, compost management, waste management, data collection, record keeping, machinery maintenance, trail maintenance, landscape improvements, and cleanup of fallen limbs and small windblown trees after storms.
Selects, procures, maintains, and repairs field equipment, tools, and supplies.
Performs essential site staffing duties such as seedling watering on weekends.
Conducts all site activities in alignment with standard operating procedures and record keeping systems. Assists with the development and refinement of these procedures and systems.
Helps maintain and enhance site safety. Plays a key role in addressing facility related safety concerns identified in site inspections.
Provides basic agricultural services and consultation to other site participants (e.g. researchers, instructors, and community program leaders).
Occasionally assists field staff with crop production tasks.
Provides practical training and limited theoretical instruction to student workers, practicum students, student interns, and volunteers.
Performs other operational duties as required.

POSITION DETAILS

Term: Part Time

Hours per week: It is an 87.5% FTE position (35 hrs/week) with the potential for additional hours seasonally.

Compensation Range: $4,617.85 – $5,377.32 CAD Monthly

TO APPLY

Please apply here.

Questions? Email doris.hernandez@ubc.ca

Posting End Date July 21, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

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 UBC Farm

Website: https://ubcfarm.ubc.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UBCFarm
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ubcfarm/

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