Full and Part-Time, Seasonal (Anticipated length of position: December – April 2024)

Weekends and Evenings

Wage scale 6: Starting pay $17, plus $250 sign-on bonus.

Position Summary: 

High Mowing Organic Seeds is a leader in the organic seed, farming, and food community. We value our unique opportunity to meet the growing demand for professional-quality organic seeds.

Do you want to be part of a fun-loving group with diverse interests, brought together by our common love of growing, on any scale, all while appreciating the importance of sustainable agriculture? Then consider applying to join HMOS Operations by packing, picking, or shipping seed and related products. 

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented individual with good communication skills and a team player mindset. Candidates will need to be comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds frequently, be on their feet most of the day, use handheld scanners and measurement tools, and perform fine motor tasks efficiently and precisely.  Evening and weekend availability is a must.

We are offering a $250 sign-on bonus to applicants who are hired for these open positions. You must work at least 80 hours for High Mowing to be paid the sign-on bonus. 

Fulfillment Responsibilities:

• Develop competency in pulling, packing and shipping customer orders using a handheld scanner.  
• Stock shelves, keep work areas organized and clean.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of trucks/shipments as directed.
• Support department activities, including but not limited to setting up shelving, assembling carts and stock ladders, rearranging equipment and workstations as needed, culling pallets, etc.
• Participate in the Fulfillment Zone Sanitation Plan protocols, including but not limited to vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, and taking out the trash and recycling.
• Assist in re-labeling inventory with new germination information as needed.
• Assist in data-entry projects as needed.
• Assist in seasonal and ongoing departmental projects, such as but not limited to sorting through returned retail seed packets and grouping them by crop type, building Donation Packets, building Seed Rack displays, breaking down stock boxes, etc.

Packing Responsibilities:

• Develop competency in pulling, packing, and bundling seed using a variety of machines and tools.
• Retrieve and return seed from bulkroom. 
• Follow specific written instructions and packing protocols to fill seed into packets. 
• Compute weight conversions.
• Use a variety of tools, such as calculators, scales, stopwatches, bag sewers, seed packing machinery, etc.  
• Communicate issues or concerns with crew leads for efficient resolution.
• Clean work station after each completing each work order.
• Restock supplies as directed.

Desired Qualifications:

• Must be able to lift boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk for most or all of your work shift.
• Must be able to perform fine motor tasks efficiently and precisely.
• Must pay attention to detail and perform detailed tasks.
• Must be able to display basic computer skills.
• Must maintain a positive attitude. 
• Must be able to accept constructive input from department manager and co-workers and make honest attempts at improving performance and competencies.

To Apply: If you are interested in joining our team of fun-loving individuals brought together by our love of sustainable agriculture, please come to our job fair. You will be able to tour the campus, meet potential coworkers, and interview on the spot. The fair will be held on our Wolcott campus at 76 Quarry Road on Thursday, December 7th from 4-6pm. If you can't make the fair but are interested in joining our team, please email resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please put the job title (Fulfillment Team Member or Packing Team Member) in the subject line. No phone calls please. We look forward to meeting you! 

Position: Livestock Farmer

Reports to: Livestock Manager

Compensation: $20 per hour

Benefits: Housing available, PTO

Schedule: 5 days per week, 40 - 50 hours per week

Carversville Farm Foundation (CFF) is a non-profit that runs a philanthropic, diversified, regenerative, certified organic farm. We grow produce, eggs and meat to the highest standards and donate 100% of our harvests to Philadelphia-area soup kitchens, year-round. Want to join a talented, committed crew in beautiful Bucks County, PA and improve your farming skills while raising chef-quality harvests to give away to communities in need? Join us!

About the position:

Our livestock team cares for grass fed beef cattle and pastured poultry (laying hens, turkeys, broiler chickens). Duties include collecting eggs, moving fences for rotational grazing, feeding and watering animals + weekly poultry harvest in high season. This is a year round position.

Requirements

• 1 year livestock experience 
• Experience operating equipment
• Demonstrate record keeping ability
• Poultry processing

Responsibilities

Working with our team to execute daily tasks including:

• Daily chores
• Collecting and washing eggs
• Moving fencing and infrastructure for beef and poultry 
• Support record keeping
• Repair, maintenance and cleaning of animal infrastructure
• Hatching and brooding young poultry stock
• Contribute to a safe and orderly working environment

Skills

We are looking for people committed to our mission and procedures with these abilities:

• Work independently and on a team
• Dependable and observant 
• Strong work ethic
• Positive and proactive problem solving skills
• Readiness to work outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repetitively
• Detail oriented
• Knowledge and experience in good food handling and processing
• Desire to learn
• Flexible in schedule and tasks

This job description covers key responsibilities but does not capture all job duties. We work as a team and there are times we need all hands on deck to accomplish a task. Flexibility is key to joining our dynamic team.

Carversville Farm Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license. 

To apply: 

Send a resume and cover letter with three references to [email protected]

We're a small family with a big dream: transforming our 100-acre homestead into a resilient, regenerative, diversified family farm. We're committed to sustainable, organic, and permaculture practices, and we're looking for a dedicated, experienced and collaborative Farm Manager to help us make this dream a reality. 

Our hill-farm property has multiple ponds, a small orchard, 20 acres of pasture, and over 90 acres of hardwood forest and sugarbush. These natural features provide a diverse range of agricultural and ecological opportunities we’d love to explore. With power and water in the barn and workshop, and potential housing on the property, suitable for an individual, couple, or family, we're ready to take the next step in our journey.

The Opportunity:

We are in search of a passionate individual, couple, or family to partner with us. The role extends beyond traditional farming responsibilities to encompass comprehensive management of the homestead, with a strong focus on establishing a self-sufficient and resilient lifestyle. As part of our farmstead, you'll not only contribute your skills but also have the opportunity to share in this lifestyle.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, and implement permaculture farming practices for the homestead, taking full advantage of the pastures, ponds, and forest.
• Procure and prepare site for the introduction of livestock, including cattle (meat steers and dairy cow), poultry (laying hens and meat birds), and potentially other livestock
• Develop passive irrigation, fencing, and rotational grazing systems
• Manage day-to-day farm operations, including planting, harvesting, routine animal care, milking, and seasonal processing
• Manage annual kitchen and production gardens, ensuring their health and productivity
• Establish perennial food forest
• Implement cover cropping, no-till farming and permaculture practices.
• Minimize pesticide use and explore natural pest management techniques.
• Maintain and repair buildings, equipment, and infrastructure as needed.
• Handle year round maintenance projects, including weather-proofing, plowing, shoveling, landscaping, trail maintenance, woodlot management, long-term food storage systems, etc.
• Collaborate with our family regularly to ensure the farm aligns with our vision and goals.
• Coordination with external vendors, partners, and suppliers as needed

Qualifications:

• Experience in holistic, integrated farming and homesteading
• Knowledge of permaculture principles and regenerative farming practices
• Proficiency in animal husbandry and garden, field, and orchard management 
• Proficiency in building and equipment maintenance and repair
• Strong commitment to resilience, sustainability, and community engagement
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Excellent communication skills 

Why This is a Great Opportunity:

This position offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced farm manager, dedicated couple, or a family. Nestled in South Woodstock, VT less than 10 minutes from the idyllic village of Woodstock - rated by Conde’ Nast magazine as “the most beautiful small town in America”, our farm enjoys the beauty of Vermont's countryside and is situated within a wonderful family-friendly community, complete with top-rated schools, a wealth of cultural opportunities, a national park, Killington Ski Mountain, and countless nearby amenities.

As an integral part of our farm, you'll share in the potential bounty of our homestead. We are committed to nurturing the land and cultivating a diverse range of fresh, sustainably-grown vegetables, fruits, and pasture-raised meat and eggs. Our dream is to share this future harvest with those who contribute to our farm's growth and success. This means you'll have the chance to be a part of the journey towards providing wholesome and delicious produce and protein, fostering a deep connection with the future fruits of your labor.

Commitment:

We are looking for a candidate committed to seeing through the execution of the vision outlined above. This position is envisioned as a full-time role, while adapting to the seasonal nature of farming. We are also open to part-time arrangements for highly efficient candidates with a track record of exceptional performance.

Compensation:

We are open to different compensation arrangements, including hourly pay, BYO housing, or on-site housing in exchange for work. We’re open to involvement in profit-sharing of farm goods sold after covering operational costs, as well as full access to the farm's produce and products. Compensation will be discussed with the right candidate based on experience and goals alignment.

How to Apply:

If you are a skilled farmer, a dedicated couple, or a family looking to immerse yourself in a sustainable, resilient life in the beautiful setting of South Woodstock, VT and if this opportunity aligns with your passion and experience, we'd love to hear from you. Please send us the following:

A letter telling us about your background and experience and why you would love to be considered for this opportunity.

We're excited to welcome a dedicated Farm Manager to our team and collaborate in the growth of our homestead to create a resilient and abundant future together.