Company description

Job description

• Assists the Farm Team in the daily operations of Revision Urban Farm, as well as administrative tasks, farm planning. and recordkeeping.
• Plants, tends, and harvests field and greenhouse crops, adhering to organic and sustainable farming practices as directed.
• Is responsible for weekend farmers market including but not limited to packing, setup at market and brake down, as well as transporting produce to wholesale customers.
• Support with the recruitment and scheduling of volunteers for the Revision Urban Farm, collect data and supervise volunteers and outside groups, youth employees and job trainees.
• Assists in weekly CSA production and delivery.        
• Assists in ordering and pick up of farm supplies. 
• Conduct workshops and other educational opportunities both on-site and in the community in concert with the farm team. Support the farm team with posting and updating the farms social media accounts.
• Assist in teaching farm curriculum including basic farming techniques and terminology.
• Participates in and is engaged in outreach efforts with the community. .
• Works in multi-disciplinary team approach with case managers and other social services departments of the shelter to enhance training for job readiness program participants.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work well in a fast pace environment and be self-motivated when working independently.   
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience and/or course work in agricultural production and sales
• Commitment to addressing food access and development of  urban agriculture s
• Must be 25 years of age and have a valid MA driver’s license with a driving record point rating of 98, 99, 00, 01, 02, or 03.
• Strong written and verbal skills required.
• Basic computer skills
• Previous experience working with homeless adults, substance abusers, or the mentally ill preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Creole, or Vietnamese preferred but not required.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. Job is physically demanding. Must be able to work outside in variable weather conditions including high temperatures and extreme weather.  
• Must take and pass pre-physical exam scheduled by agency prior to hire.
• Carpentry skills helpful.
• Must be available for evening and weekend hours year-round as directed.  
• Current TB assessment, First Aid and CPR certifications. 

• $18.83/hour

• 40 hours/ week; Wednesday – Sunday in season. (May-November); flexibility in schedule during off season.  

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline