What are the responsibilities and job description for the Woods Worker position at Sweet Tree Holdings?
Sweet Tree Holdings is looking for Entry Level Woods Workers to join our team!
A Woods Worker is responsible for the hands on work of fall maintenance, tapping, leak checking, leak repairs, and tap pulling. They can perform a variety of tasks throughout these seasons based on what the woods manager they report to needs for the day-to-day operation of the bush. This is a seasonal position (October - April/May).
Duties/Responsibilities
- Fall maintenance of the sugarbush and preparation for tapping and leak checking.
- Tapping to Sweet Tree’s tapping quality standards.
- Leak checking and repairs during sugar season and maintain Sweet Tree’s vacuum standards and quality.
- Pull taps expediently with none being missed.
- Maintain Sweet Trees values and culture within the sugarbush.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to speak and understand the English language is required for safe and effective performance of the job.
Education and Experience
- Related experience preferred.
- At least one month of experience in sugaring or other agricultural work required.
Physical Requirements
- Physically able to be standing and walking for most of the day in woods and mountainous environments.
- Physically able to install and operate sugaring equipment.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.
- Able to work independently or in small groups in remote settings
Other
- Employees are required to provide their own layers and outerwear appropriate and effective for temperatures as low as -20 degrees Fahrenheit/-28 degrees Celsius and winter precipitation, including boots, parka/jacket, rain gear (pants and jackets), hats, gloves, and base layers.
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Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $18.83 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19
