Rodale Institute

Seasonal Farm Laborer

Allentown, PA
Seasonal
Entry Level
The Seasonal Farm Laborer will support our Farm Innovations team with a wide range of farm, landscaping, and facility maintenance activities at our farms in Allentown, PA. The Phoebe farm, a production program within the Founders Farm, grows vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers for the retirement community at Chestnut Ridge at Rodale in Emmaus. The Founders Farm is the original homestead of JI Rodale and is maintained as a historic site. Our seasonal workers are critical in the care of our property and ensure that our site is maintained to the highest standards. Applicants should be driven, hardworking, and committed to organic agriculture practices. All candidates must be prepared to work in a professional environment, complete tasks carefully and in a timely manner, and work in all weather conditions. This position reports directly to the Farm Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Conduct field and greenhouse work (planting, harvesting, weeding, etc.)
  • Pest management
  • Assist with installing irrigation
  • On-going landscaping: mowing, weeding, string trimming, planting, pruning, dead-heading, etc.
  • Assist with facility maintenance such as painting, cleaning, washing, minor repairs, etc.
  • Assist with establishing and maintaining ornamental and herb beds
  • Assist with event setup and cleanup
  • Maintain, organize, and clean equipment, and storage areas
  • Operation of landscaping equipment
  • Other duties and tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
  • Able to operate landscaping equipment (mowers, string trimmers, pruners, etc.); training will be provided when necessary
  • Organized and attentive to detail
  • Able to work independently, multi-task and be a team player
  • Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions
  • Must be prompt, responsible and focused
  • Must be comfortable receiving directions from senior farm operation staff
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Previous landscaping experience is preferred but not required
Schedule:
  • This is a seasonal position, June – August
  • 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
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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