FARM JOB: Williams Lake, BC - Puddle Produce Farm, Field Assistant

Puddle Produce Farm in Williams Lake, BC is seeking a Field Assistant!

ABOUT Puddle Produce Farm

Puddle Produce Farm is a small 1.5 acre certified organic vegetable farm established on a 30 acre property on the Fraser river, in the historic region of Soda Creek (approximately 48kms north of Williams Lake, BC). We have been certified organic since 2020 and grow around 50 varieties of vegetables and microgreens for 1 farmers market, an online store and CSA membership, and wholesale. In addition to the market garden, we also have a small orchard of 55 apple trees that we sell fresh, and pressed into unpasteurized juice. We are low-till so we use 2 walk-behind tractors and a compact tractor for periodic field work/moving stuff around. The majority of our daily work is hand tools and a couple of dumpy farm trucks.

Puddle Produce Farm’s Mission:

To provide a healthy, local, organic, & diverse alternative to our only other sources of food. We want to grow as much of this food for as many people as possible in our community, at fair prices that can support educational and satisfying farm jobs for seasonal employees. We want to remove barriers to buying local by providing as much convenience as possible and creating value in the form of the highest quality produce available. We want to do all of this while living a healthy, humble, and honest life, and giving back to those around us as well as the ecosystem that supports this work.

DESIRED QUALITIES

The farm is female-owned and operated and is a small crew: usually just 3-4 people. We know this work takes a lot so we give as much as we can to make staff feel welcomed and valued. Our motto is basically work hard but make time to have fun and enjoy this amazing lifestyle (think pizza nights and hammocks). If you enjoy a good day’s work, are keen about market gardening, and have a mature attitude, we’d probably get along!

What We’re Looking For:

Must have at least 6 months of successful previous experience in an outdoor, physically-demanding role
Are comfortable bending down and kneeling for extended periods of time, able to lift up to 50lbs, and competent using hand tools
Detail oriented, efficient, and production focused
Fast learner and ability to adapt to new positions and working with new people
Punctuality and strong time management skills
Ability to take direction, accept constructive feedback and to ask for help when needed
Mature and positive attitude
Good people and customer service skills

POSITION TASKS

The farm manager is looking for 1 full-time Field Assistant from May 4th-October 9th, 2026. Work days are Monday-Friday and include co-managing our weekly farmers’ market booth on Fridays. Other responsibilities include:

Transplanting/recording field data and navigating our crop planning software
Use of hand tools such as wheel hoes, harvesters, weed whackers, and mowers
Irrigation set up and maintenance
Produce harvesting, washing and packaging
Packing for weekly online orders and Farmers’ Market
Assist with farmers’ market sales
General farm labor as needed

POSITION DETAILS

Term: May 4th – October 9th, 2026

Hours per week: 40hrs/week

Wage: $18.50-20/hour depending on experience and includes all deductions and benefits as per provincial labour laws, as well as all the free veggies you want. The position also includes a cash bonus for candidates who do a great job and complete the season. The candidates will work a 40hr work week with opportunities for overtime, if desired.

You’ll need your own vehicle as there is no reliable transportation to/from the farm. PLEASE NOTE: there is little to no cell reception on the farm, but there is a phone line on site and reliable Wifi.

There is a skoolie or trailer for any staff living on the farm. They both have a double bed, kitchenette, dining table, seating, heat, outhouse, and Wifi. We charge a small monthly amount for utilities while living on the farm.

TO APPLY

Please send a letter of interest (maximum 1 page) telling us a bit about yourself and why you think this would be a good fit, as well as a resume (maximum 2 pages) both in PDF format to Brianna van de Wijngaard (Owner/Operator) at info@puddleproduce.ca. Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

Questions about the position can also be sent to the same email address above.

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 Puddle Produce Farm

Website: https://www.puddleproduce.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PuddleProduce
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/puddleproducefarm/

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