Ten Mile Farm has one full time paid position available for the 2012 growing season.

Seasonal Employment

This position requires the physical and mental ability to contribute daily in a fast pace agricultural setting.  Farm work is an incredibly rewarding life experience, in a highly demanding work environment.  It is hot, sweaty, repetitive, back-breaking work for sometimes 10 hours a day.  Please consider this commitment before applying.

Job Description

This position is for our right hand person.  Must be willing to assume all roles of the farmers.  Tasks will include, but not be limited to: planting, watering, weeding, seeding, thinning, fertilizing, mowing, spraying, trellising, harvesting, washing, & leading the farm crew when needed.  The position is for on farm work, not going to market.

1. • Work begins in April
   

2. • Full time position available from May - October 2012
   

3. • 30 – 35 hours a week
   

4. • Average of 20 hrs work per week in the months of April and November
   

5. • Work days:  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – every week, possibly Wednesdays on occasion 
   

6. • Pay depends on experience  
   

7. • Hard work and positive attitude contributes to the opportunity for bonuses throughout the year
   

8. • We provide no housing
   

9. • Must have reliable transportation
   

Qualifications

1. • This position is for a hard working individual who has a serious commitment to farming
   

2. • Be available to start around the beginning of April and must commit to staying through the end of October/November
   

3. • Reliable, hardworking individual who is able to follow directions and communicate well with others 
   

4. • Excellent people skills, initiative, and positive attitude are a plus
   

5. • The ability to complete tasks correctly, even when tired 
   

6. • Must enjoy repetitive tasks 
   

7. • The ability to sustain hard physical labor, day in and day out 
   

8. • Strong hands, wrists and back are a must, and the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly is required 
   

9. • Expect to work outside in all weather conditions including rain, summer heat in the 90’s, and freezing temperatures 
   

10. • While previous farming experience is preferred, it is not required
    

Hiring process

Please copy and paste the application below into an email and complete the information.  Also, please include a brief description about yourself, references &/or a resume.  If your qualifications meet our standards we will contact you.

Ten Mile Farm Seasonal Employment Application

Name:      

Address:     

Phone Number:     

Email Address:   

Birthday:   

Where did you hear about this position?

Why are you interested in Ten Mile Farm and this position?   

What date are you available to start working?   

Are you able to make a commitment for the entire growing season, April – November?  If not, what months are you available?    

What previous experience do you have relative to this position and what practical skills do you hope to acquire?   

What are your personal goals related to agriculture?   

Do you have any allergies or physical limitations that might affect your ability to do farm work?   

Is there any other information about yourself that you would like to include?   

Thank you for sharing this information with us. We will be in touch with you regarding a telephone interview if we think you are a good match!