Seasonal Farm Crew; Part Time

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• Salary/Hourly Rate: $17 - $20/hour
• Housing:
  Housing may be available
• Hours per week:
  Variable (25 hours/week in the Spring & Fall; up to 55 hours/week in the Summer)
• Job Classification:
  Limited Term
• Job Type: Onsite
• Duration:
  May - October
• Location:
  
  Appleton Farms, Ipswich, MA

As part of the Appleton Farms crew, you'll work the land at one of the oldest continually operating farms in the country and contribute to growing vegetables using organic practices on 35 acres for a 650‑member summer CSA and a 200‑member winter CSA. You'll be part of a team‑oriented farm focused on soil health, efficient systems, and high‑quality production on a 1,000‑acre property featuring a grass‑fed beef operation, education and public programs, and beautiful grassland and forest trails.

The Farm Crew position is a seasonal position with a variable work schedule. This individual works in aspects of organic vegetable production for summer and winter CSAs and wholesale accounts. Responsibilities include greenhouse and high‑tunnel production, field operations, vegetable harvest, and wash and pack. The farm crew is trained in farm systems and has an opportunity to learn organic and regenerative practices for vegetable production.

Full‑time and part‑time positions are available.

• Work directly with the farm manager, assistant manager, and other farm crew
• Implement the crop plan and aspects of production: greenhouse and high‑tunnel work, field transplanting, weed control, harvest, CSA distribution, and general farm maintenance projects (the CSA farm crew does not work in livestock operations)
• Learn farm systems and strive for efficiency
• Possibility to take on additional responsibility over the season for full‑time staff, such as leading harvests or managing a production arena
• Opportunity to 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

Part‑time:
May/June through September/October, scheduling is somewhat flexible with 25‑30 hours/week. Must be able to start at 7 am at least two mornings/week. This is a variable hour, limited‑term position reporting directly to the Field Crop Manager.

• 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 possesses strong communication skills
• Detail‑oriented, punctual, and organized

• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and crouch or bend for long periods of time
• Must be able to work in all types of weather
• Must be able to accommodate a seasonal work schedule
• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment
• A valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees' driving policy
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check

• Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront
• Reciprocity:
  Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions
• Discounts:
  Enjoy free entry to all Trustees…