Farm Hand, part-time/seasonal
Two Boots Farm is looking for a Farm Hand to join us part time for the 2025 season. We are looking for someone to work Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays on the farm, *see schedule notes below. We would ideally like to find a candidate interested in combining this part-time Farm Hand position with our part-time Delivery Driver position. There is room for growth with this position.
The Farm Hand will work alongside the Farm Manager, Owner and our other employees, engaging in all aspects of day-to-day work on the farm. Our season runs early April - late November.
The farm hand will participate in all aspects of production including:
communication - with other employees, the Farm Manager and Owner
planting- greenhouse management, bed preparation, transplanting, and direct seeding
growing- weeding, trellising, pest and disease management, irrigation
harvesting- participating in the flower harvest most days of the season. Our hot summers require us to harvest quickly in the mornings, working efficiently with an eye for quality.
market prep - bouquet building for our farmers’ market
marketing- We have one Sunday farmers’ market and would require working at the market a few times a year.
Ideal background and skills include:
2+ years of organic farming experience, preferably with some knowledge of cut flower production
excellent communication skills
ability to work well both independently and as a team
a capable problem solver
excellent work ethic and positive attitude
pays close attention to detail while working efficiently
physical stamina and the ability to work in all kinds of weather
willingness to commit to the farm for the full season, ideally more
Schedule:
April 5 - June 8 working Mondays and Fridays 7am -3pm and working Saturday and Sunday (3-5 hours a day) mornings on the farm
June 9 - Aug. 8 working Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 7am -3pm
Aug 16 - Oct. 5 working Mondays and Fridays 7am -3pm and working Saturday and Sunday (3-5 hours a day) mornings on the farm
Oct. 8 - mid Nov working Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 7am -3pm
The schedule variation throughout the season is due to heavy harvest times for specific crops such as ranunculus, peonies, dahlias and pawpaws. The candidate can expect to work at least 24 hours a week, with the opportunity for more hours as needed.
Salary and benefits:
$18/hour
Cumulative Flex PTO
End of season bonus
Paid 30 minute lunch (on 8 hour days)
Access to the crew veggie garden
Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Please send your resume, cover letter and three references to twobootsfarm@gmail.com . In the subject line please write Farm Hand position and your name.