Research Farm / Landscape Seasonal Helper

Rodale Institute is seeking a Research Farm / Landscape Seasonal Helper for its organic farm research program in Rockport, WA. Responsibilities include maintaining orchards, planting, field work, and managing organic practices. Candidates should have farming experience, be detail-oriented, and able to work outdoors in various weather conditions. This seasonal position offers full-time and part-time hours, with compensation at $16.66 per hour. On-site housing may be available.
Rodale Institute is offering an educational and hands-on opportunity to assist in all aspects of the organic farm research program at our Pacific Northwest Organic Center at Cascadian Farm campus in Rockport, WA. Interested candidates should be driven, hardworking, and committed to organic agriculture practices. Candidates must be prepared to work in a professional environment, complete tasks carefully and in a timely manner, and be willing to work in all weather conditions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Watering and maintenance of orchards and berry fields
• Establishment of research orchards and planting of transplants
• Ongoing plant-care including pruning, dead-heading, watering, mulching, and weeding
• Preparation and application of organic fertilizers
• Field work (planting, harvesting, mowing, weed-eating, etc.)
• Weed and pest management
• Maintenance and cleaning of farm infrastructure and work spaces
• Assist with U-Pick activities as needed
• Maintain Organic and GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) records
• Maintain, organize, and clean farm equipment and storage areas
• Assist other departments as needed
• Other duties and tasks as assigned

Candidate Qualifications:
• Previous farming experience is preferred
• Knowledge and experience using tractors with implements, riding lawnmowers, string trimmer, leaf blower, backpack sprayer, and garden tools preferred
• Interest in agriculture, landscaping, and farming, with a commitment to an organic planet
• Organized and attentive to detail
• Able to work independently, complete projects once assigned, and be a team player
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions
• Must be prompt, responsible and focused
• Must be able to move freely around the farm to operate light machinery
• Current driver’s license required

Schedule:
• This is a seasonal position, up to 28 weeks. Candidates must be available to minimally work mid-March through mid-August
• Full-time and part-time hours available for this position
• On-site housing may be available

Compensation:
• $16.66 per hour

Other Expectations: Individuals must be committed to the farm’s success, and in turn, the farm will be committed to the individual’s success. To be trustful and respectful to all staff and visitors.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity or handicap.

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