Help Wanted

Posted: Tuesday, February 28th, 2012

Philosophy of employment: Our farm serves a 350 member CSA, wholesale and farmers markets.  We work as a team to accomplish the needed tasks around this bustling farm.  Those who are passionate about food, working with plants and soil, and excited about working hard will be best fits on our farm.  Employees are paid fairly, based upon qualifications, as farm work is both physically and mentally challenging; and in return we expect work to be done efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality workmanship.  Workdays are typically 7am – 6 pm with a 1-hour unpaid lunch.  Work hours during the spring & fall are roughly 8 am – 5 pm.  Benefits include weekly produce, workman’s comp, unemployment insurance and plenty of fresh air.

Field Crew:

  • Participate in harvesting a large variety of mixed vegetables and fruits
  • Planting in the field, greenhouse and high tunnel as needed
  • Hand weeding and hoeing, field clean up, mulching, and other tasks around the farm
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions, lift 50 lbs, and perform monotonous but detailed tasks.
  • Ability to work quickly, follow instructions, work with others, and pay attention to details

Packing Shed Crew:

  • Work with packing shed manager to execute weekly post-harvest handling
  • Wash and pack produce for variety of customers and markets
  • Ability to work quickly while paying close attention to details
  • Help in the field with harvesting, planting and more as needed
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs, stand in one place for many hours, and perform monotonous but detailed tasks

Delivery Driver:

  • A clean driving record is a must!
  • CDL not required but preferred
  • Ability to follow road map directions and lift 50 pounds required

To apply:

submit:

(1)   Work history/resume,

(2)  Letter of interest: describe how you see fitting into our farm, your desired position

(3)  Two or three references

Send application materials to :

Ridgeland Harvest

E5538 Nelson Road

Viroqua, WI 54665

rharvest@mwt.net



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