Company description

Aeonian Farm is a hand-tended microfarm in Westport, MA established on leased land in 2020. Our produce is grown organically in no-till soils. We grow on about 1 acre, most of which is devoted to diversified annual vegetables with an expanding cut flower enterprise. We have five unheated high tunnels on the farm which we use to grow year-round.

We are looking for hardworking individuals interested in farming to join our team for the 2025 season. This is a unique opportunity for someone interested in learning the intricacies of small scale, intensive agriculture.

Job description

Hours:

Start time will begin in April/ early May with work lasting into October, possibly November. Workdays will start at 7/8 AM and end at 4/5 PM, Monday - Friday, depending on the season. We are seeking full time candidates (30 - 40 hrs per week) or two part time workers willing to work at least 20 hrs per week. Lunch is one hour, unpaid. Help at our weekend farmers markets will be needed and farm crew will alternate work on Saturdays, approximately 6 AM to 3 PM. Whoever works the market on Saturday will get the next Monday off.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Field work/Crop production: participate in all aspects of field management including soil amending, bed preparation, transplanting, weed management, harvesting and bed flipping. Some pest management, propagation, pruning and trellising work as needed.

Harvest: Weekly harvests of produce for our farmers markets. We take quality very seriously on the farm, so close attention and care will need to be paid to quality of produce and efficiency of harvest.

Post-harvest: ensure that all produce is washed and cooled with care and efficiency, paying close attention to quality control. Maintain a clean and organized wash station and walk-in cooler.

Farmers market: Create a welcoming and cheerful environment for customers. Be able to speak with passion and experience about the produce, our growing practices and share recipe ideas.

Other: Infrastructure projects including greenhouse repairs, road maintenance, tool maintenance, fence work, etc.

Required Qualifications:

Have an interest in farming, and desire to learn the ins and outs of diversified, small-scale organic vegetable production.

Must be able to lift 50lbs repeatedly, should be in fit physical condition.

Must be able to walk, stand, squat, and kneel for extended periods.

Must be willing to work outdoors in all types of weather.

Good communication and listening skills, able to follow instructions when given.

Openness to receive and share constructive criticism.

Understands the importance of following directions and working efficiently.

Attention to detail.

Works well independently and with others. Can maintain focus and work efficiently while working solo or with others.

Reliable transportation to and from the farm. Punctuality is very important on the farm and we need to begin work together and end work together. A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is a plus in case you are needed to drive a farm vehicle. Though not having a clean driving record would not exclude a candidate from consideration, we have to consider the effect it would have on our insurance costs in the event that they must regularly use our delivery vehicles.

Some previous experience in vegetable farming is preferred, but not required.

Aeonian Farm is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $16.00 - $18.00

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Deadline

May 17, 2025