Join our team!
Field Crew members will assist in all areas of field production. This position is extremely physical, requiring long hours of repetitive motions and heavy lifting. Field Crew members should be team players and must be flexible as everyday can be different depending on the weekly and daily farm work plan.
We are willing to train individuals interested in learning about sustainable agriculture and are seeking applicants that are excited to join a team of farmers, possess a good work ethic, and have excellent communication skills.
Who We Are
Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center is dedicated to the practices of sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, community education, and the creation of access to healthy food systems. Hilltop is a 60-acre working farm and educational center operated by Westchester County Parks, Recreation, and Conservation that uses organic practices to grow produce, flowers, and seeds for a market-style CSA, on-site farm stand, and native plant nursery. The farm offers educational programming throughout the year and the property is open to the public, free of charge, year round.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist with propagation, bed preparation, transplanting, irrigation, and weeding
- Work efficiently during harvesting, processing, washing, and packing
- Perform animal chores including mucking and watering
- Work alongside volunteers, interns, and students
Qualifications
- 1-2 seasons of experience working in agriculture or horticulture preferred, but not required
- Experience with small machinery including weed whackers is a plus
- Ability to work in all weather conditions while maintaining self-awareness of personal needs and safety
- Comfortably able to lift 40lbs.
Requirements
- Minimum 16 years of age
- High School Diploma or GED
- Background check required
Hours and Compensation
Positions run until mid-November on a part-time or full-time basis, Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 3:30pm.
Starting salary is $16/hour. Benefits include a seasonal, weekly Farm Stand credit and a 30% discount on all items at the Farm Stand.
Send Resume To:
To apply, email farmmanager@hilltophanoverfarm.org and farmdirector@hilltophanoverfarm.org with a letter of interest, resume, and a list of 3 references. When applying, please state your earliest possible start date and if you are looking for full or part time work in your application.
Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.