What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gardener and Property Maintenance Technician position at Fleurel?
Fleurel LLC, a start-up cut flower farm resting on a 100 acre farm, is seeking a dedicated, hardworking gardener and property maintenance professional to join our family farm. The ideal candidate will assist with daily farm operations, general farm upkeep and crop maintenance. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail and a strong work ethic. Someone with previous farm experience is a plus but is not required. This role involves a variety of tasks in support of the entire farm property, our cut flower crops and business, and our pet livestock.
Job Summary:
The successful candidate will perform various tasks related to farming and agriculture, including planting, cultivating and harvesting crops and property management tasks.·
Duties include but may not be limited to:
Operate heavy equipment such as tractors, lawn mower, bobcat, etc.·
Installation of irrigation systems and management of natural irrigation/ water runoff.·
Perform a variety of tasks with equipment to prepare the land for planting, cultivation and harvesting crops.·
Perform heavy lifting and manual labor as required.·
Use power tools (such as chain saws, weed wackers, blowers) and hand tools to complete tasks.·
Maintain lawns and pastures using zero turn lawn mower, tractor with bushhog.· Tree and plant maintenance including staking, pruning, mulching, watering and installation of irrigation materials.·
Clearing overgrown areas of fallen trees, brush and weeds.·
Manage garden areas including planting, weeding, watering, installation of drip irrigation, and mulching.·
Load and unload trucks as needed.·
Apply herbicides to control weeds around the property.·
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the farm, barns and storage areas.· Understand/follow written and verbal instructions.·
Physical requirements include:
Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical labor for extended periods of time,·
Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and 100 pounds occasionally.·
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions without temperature or other environmental controls.·
Physically able to stand, sit, move, squat, walk and climb during the course of the day.·
Other requirements:
Means of transportation and valid driver’s license.·
Clean driving record.·
Eligible to work in the U.S.·
Ability to work early mornings, long days and in all weather conditions.·
Must be willing to commit to working a minimum of 3 days, possibly more, each week including Saturday and Sunday.·
Hourly rate $15 - $18, according to prior work experience.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 21 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Lambertville, NJ 08530 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18