FARM JOB: Winlaw, BC - Ravine Creek Farm, Field Crew & Farm Lead

Ravine Creek Farm in Winlaw, BC is seeking a Field Crew & Field Lead!

ABOUT Ravine Creek Farm

In operation since 2010, Ravine Creek Farm is a 3 acre, certified organic market vegetable farm located in the Slocan Valley, B.C. We sell our produce at the Nelson, BC Farmer’s Market, at our farmstand, and our CSA program serving 30 members. Our farm is Certified Organic and in 2019 we began the transition to no-till. Since then we have transitioned our entire production in no-till. We grow 1.5 acres of vegetables and 1.5 acres of grass hay.

We are passionate farmers who love what we do and are excited to share our knowledge with others as well as creating a strong sense of community both within our farm team and beyond into the greater community. Our business is committed to ensuring a safe and positive work environment for all team members.

DESIRED QUALITIES

Field Hands

Some related experience or demonstrated interest in farming

Field Lead

A minimum of 1 year field management (not necessarily as a supervisor, but as a senior hand with independent responsibilities) in vegetable farming

All positions:

Previous related experience (e.g. farming, landscaping, tree planting, working in a produce department etc.) but most importantly, are enthusiastic about organic farming
Passionate about great quality, local food
Thrive in a process orientated, fast-paced environment were you can adjust to changing needs
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
Tuned into the small stuff: quality, detail and efficiency
Enjoy being part of a team and can communicate effectively with team members
Have a wide tolerance of diverse physical conditions. Our farming season stretches from the cold of early spring though the heat of summer and on into the wet and cold of fall
Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
Have high attention to detail
Proficiency in basic veggie math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Open-minded, inclusive, and respectful.
Ability to give and take constructive feedback in supervisory role
Ability to work independently with various levels of supervision
Physically capable of carrying out tasks which require the ability to bend and squat, for long periods of time, and is able to lift up to 20Kg.
Ability to commit to a flexible work schedule with some extended hours and weekend work
Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons and in all weather conditions
Like to work hard and get the job done, but you also recognize the need for balance in your life

JOB DETAILS

FIELD LEAD

Job tasks: While working as part of the regular field crew, you will have independent responsibilities managing crop maintenance, planting, weeding and harvesting, and some supervisory duties of other crew members

Available positions: 1

Term: Ideally, we’re looking for one person to work from early April to late October. Some flexibility is available for the right fit.

Hours per week: Approximately 20-40 hours/week depending on availability/interest. There will be a wage review after one month – wage increases are possible based on demonstration of prior experience and/or great performance. Good work is recognized and compensated!

Wage: Starting wage is $18- $20/hr depending on experience

FIELD CREW

Job tasks: Field Crew members will be involved in seeding, planting, irrigating, weeding, pruning & trellising, harvesting, cleaning & packing a wide variety of crops and helping keep accurate farm records.

Available positions: 2-3 positions

Term: Ideally, we’re looking for two people to work from the start of May to the end of October, and one person to work from the start of June to the end of August. Some flexibility is available for the right fit.

Hours per week: Part time or full time positions 20 – 40 hrs/week

All positions receive WCB coverage, vacation pay, and abundant veggies from the farm for personal consumption. Please note we have NO accommodations available at our farm

TO APPLY

Please send resume and brief cover letter to ravinecreek@gmail.com

Deadline to apply: We will review applications as they are received and begin interviews the week of January 17th, so we suggest applying ASAP if you are interested.

When applying, please mention you saw this posting at youngagrarians.org

LEARN MORE ABOUT Ravine Creek Farm

Website: https://ravinecreek.wordpress.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068355250659
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravine_creek/

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