Company description Appleton Farms is one of the oldest continually operating farms in the country and is managed by the Trustees of Reservations, a Massachusetts nonprofit land conservation organization. We grow vegetables using organic practices on 30 acres for a 625-member summer CSA and 150- member winter CSA. We are a team-oriented farm focused on efficient systems, healthy soil, and high-quality produce. The property totals 1000 acres and features a grass-fed dairy and beef operation, an on-site creamery, and beautiful grassland and forest trails. The farm is convenient to several towns, beautiful beaches, and the commuter rail to Boston. Job description Responsibilities:
• The farm crew is involved in all aspects of organic vegetable production, including greenhouse growing, field operations, harvest, CSA distribution and farm projects. Please note that the CSA farm crew does not work in livestock operations.
• There is an opportunity to take on additional responsibility over the season such as leading harvests or managing a production arena • Each crew member will be trained in the safe operation and maintenance of one of our tractors and its implements
• Farming experience is not required. Applicants with farm experience must be open minded and interested in relearning skills to fit our systems


Work Schedule:
• April to October 2018. Part-time Nov/Dec work possible.
• Weekly hours vary from 30 hours/week in April to 55 hours per week in the height of the season. Mondays – Fridays 7am to 5pm are regular hours June through September. There is a one hour paid lunch.
• Work one Saturday per month (8am-12 pm) during the height of the growing season
• Optional hours working share distribution
•5 days unpaid vacation time


Qualifications:
• Passionate and motivated to work on a production-oriented farm. Eager to learn and receive constructive feedback
• Works well in a team-oriented environment and possess strong communication skills
• Detail oriented and proactive
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs, and be able to crouch or bend for long periods of time in all types of weather
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must be able to accommodate seasonal work schedule


Compensation:
• Compensation is per hour based on experience
• Farm crew have the option to participate in employer sponsored health insurance
• Housing is available
• Farm grown produce for individual use
• Training: access to planning documents and records, farmer’s library, farm safety training, tractor operation and maintenance, option to participate in Eastern Mass CRAFT program, and assistance in future endeavors
• Free admission to Trustees of Reservations properties including nearby Crane Beach  Compensation this position is : hourly, varies DOE, $12.00 - $14.00 Application instructions Deadlineno deadline