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10 Feb 2015

Temporary Field Crew Member

Eagle Springs Organic – Posted by Eagle Springs Organic Silt, Colorado, United States

Job Description

Job Title: Field Crew Member- Seasonal

Eagle Springs Organic is a 1600 acre USDA certified organic farm and ranch located in Silt, CO that grows a variety of fruits and vegetables throughout the year in both field and greenhouse production. Eagle Springs will be growing approximately 130 acres of vegetable production in the field for the 2015 growing season. Eagle Springs utilizes solar energy, integrated pest management, and other techniques such as cover cropping as part of our mission to grow food in a more responsible and sustainable way. It is our mission to provide local, certified organic produce to Colorado communities throughout the state using environmentally conscious growing practices.

Job Description:
Field Crew personnel will harvest, weed, seed, transplant, field pack, participate in daily farm operating procedures, as well as work on various farm projects. Individuals must have a good work ethic and must also be able to follow instructions. Field crew personnel will report to the field lead and field manager regarding daily operational tasks, concerns, etc.

Expectations/ Qualifications:
– Experience in vegetable farming is preferred but not necessary.
– Individual must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions, arriving at work prepared and dressed appropriately for the weather.
– Individual must be able to stand for several hours at a time, working with speed and efficiency.
– Many tasks may require a large amount of repetition, individual must be able to perform repetitive tasks quickly and efficiently.
– Individual must be able to endure working in a bent over position for long stretches of time while maintaining speed and efficiency.
– Heavy and frequent lifting may be required on a daily basis. Individual must be able to lift 50 pounds.
– Individual must be able to work well in a team with others as well as independently. Must have the ability to clearly communicate with others.
– Must have good time management skills, completing tasks in a timely manner in accordance with daily schedules.
– This work can be very physical and tedious at times; individuals must have a positive attitude! A passion for farming and organic produce is also a plus!

Hours and Compensation:
Seasonal Field Crew for the summer/fall of 2015 will start work in early May or June and work through the harvest season ending in late October. Work hours will average between 40-60 hours per week. Pay is hourly starting at $9.00/hour depending on experience. Pay period is bi-weekly. Employees will be given access to surplus produce. This is a seasonal position, however; Eagle Springs Organic is operational year-round and opportunities for year-round employment could be offered to outstanding individuals who show they are a good fit and are dedicated to the Eagle Springs Organic mission.

How to Apply

To apply or get more information find our *Eagle springs produce* contact information via our website at www.eaglespringsorganic.com. Or apply via this website.

Job Categories: Food / Hunger / Agriculture. Job Types: Temporary.

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