Farm Manager West Central Florida

Bay Breeze Farms in Ruskin Florida is looking for a person to manage and operate a sod farm. The person needs to be an energetic leader who has good communication skills and interacts well with employees, customers, and vendors.

Responsibilities will include:

· Coordinate schedules and direct work activities of employees

· Manage farm employees time and performance

· Train employees in their tasks and ensure Agricultural BMP’s and Health and Safety protocols are being followed including WPS

· Plan and implement horticultural programs that include:

o Fertility, Weed, Insect, and Irrigation management

· Maintain records that include

o chemical and fertilizer applications, equipment maintenance, harvest records, and water management records

· Provide excellent customer service and attention to customer needs

· Accountable for operation costs and expenses.

Requirements:

· Practical Agricultural experience

· Knowledge of farm machinery and basic mechanics with the ability to calibrate equipment

· Excellent communication skills

· Reasonable computer skills with Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Outlook) experience

· Florida Private applicator’s pesticide license

· Prefer a 4-year degree in agriculture science

· Must have a valid and clean driver’s license

· Willing to work agricultural hours that can include weekends and holidays

· Must be able to work in an agricultural setting in the hot sun and in office

· Understands P & L Statement and budgeting

· Bilingual

Benefits:

· Compensation will be based on experience and knowledge

· Performance-based bonus

· Paid vacation, PTO and Holidays

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Extended hours
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Ruskin, FL 33570 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ruskin, FL 33570: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person