Market Garden Field Assistant: Full-Time (or) Part-Time (Seasonal) at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, Inc.

Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

17.79

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Seeding, Transplanting, Weeding, Mulching, Trellising, Pest Management, Disease Management, Harvesting, Post-Harvest Management, Packing, Delivery, Recordkeeping, Communication, Work Ethic, Fast Learning, Initiative

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description VMRC strives to live and work as a community. Our mission is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of Harrisonburg/Rockingham County in race, ethnicity, and cultural demographics. We are committed to maintaining a culture that embraces and values the views and opinions of "all" people regardless of race, color, ethnicity, and gender. Our commitment to achieving this goal will help to bring our mission and values to life. This position is responsible for assisting with all areas of production at The Farm at Willow Run from seed to delivery. Responsibilities include: seeding, transplanting, weeding, mulching, trellising, pest and disease management as well as harvesting, washing, post-harvest management, and packing and delivery of produce. Assists with the maintenance of farm fields, the grounds around farm buildings, market garden recordkeeping, and provides direction and guidance to volunteers/interns. Based upon previous experience and qualifications, the starting base rate of pay is $15.00 - $17.79 Work Schedule: 6 Month Seasonal Position - Full-Time (or) Part-Time starting April 1st 7:00am - 3:00pm, Monday-Friday (hours may vary based upon weather and position's responsibilities) 75-80 hours per pay period (every 2 weeks) Eligible for benefits on date of hire Requirements As a condition for employment, VMRC requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. If selected for a pending job offer, the candidate will be required to receive the COVID-19 vaccination(s) or provide proof of prior COVID-19 vaccination(s) before the date of hire. VMRC is a drug-free community - we have and will continue to comply with all federal and state laws. If selected for a pending job offer, the candidate will be required to satisfactorily pass a background check and drug screen during the pre-employment screening process. High school diploma or equivalent specialty coursework, with 1-2 years of farming experience preferred. Must possess a current Virginia driver’s license with a clean driving record. Ability to lift 50 lbs, perform strenuous physical tasks, and work in all types of weather. Experience with and passion for small-scale, low-input, sustainable vegetable production preferred Strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and strong work ethic. Fast learner with the ability to work quickly and carefully in a safe manner, and motivate others to do the same. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the ability to anticipate operation needs and take initiative. A. Essential Functions 1. Seeds, transplants, removes weeds, and mulches all areas of the Market Garden. 2. Trellises crops as needed. 3. Performs necessary pest and disease management to ensure optimum harvest yields. 4. Actively participates in the harvesting of crops to include washing, post-harvest management and packaging and delivery of produce. 5. Assists with directing and guiding the activities of volunteers/interns. 6. Assists with the maintenance of farm fields and grounds around the farm buildings. 7. Assists with Market Garden recordkeeping. 8. Effectively communicates all challenges, issues and concerns to immediate supervisor.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for assisting with all aspects of production at The Farm at Willow Run, from seed to delivery, including seeding, transplanting, weeding, pest management, harvesting, washing, and packing produce. The role also involves assisting with field maintenance, recordkeeping, and guiding volunteers or interns.