What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Farm Worker position at Flag Hill Distillery and Winery?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking individual to work on small farm production. This would be mostly non-commercial farming for use by Flag Hill catering events and for staff consumption. The person in this position will be expected to spend about 16 hours a week managing a small size farm that includes a small flock of laying hens, about 7 pigs, a high tunnel garden and traditional vegetable garden. You will be focused on growing a select number of products that are most valuable for our needs. If interested, we can offer an additional 24 hours of labor in our vineyard and winery/distillery production space, though not required for position. Person also gets to take from the harvest of the food for their own use.
Pay rate flexible depending on skill/experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the daily care and feeding of animals, ensuring their health and safety.
- Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, including tractors and power tools.
- Utilize hand tools for various farming tasks, including planting, harvesting, and irrigation.
- Engage in heavy lifting activities related to feed, supplies, or harvested crops.
- Assist with
- Assist with irrigation processes to maintain optimal crop growth conditions.
Skills
- Should have some experience with livestock
- Experience with hand tools and farm machinery operation is highly desirable.
- Ability to adapt and solve minor issues that come up.
- Capability to engage in heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) as required by farm duties.
- Understanding of irrigation systems and practices to support crop production.
- Understanding of crop health and care.
This is a seasonal opportunity, but we are a diverse businesses with many opportunities depending on skill and interest.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 16 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Ability to Commute:
- Lee, NH 03861 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lee, NH 03861: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15
