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2025 Field Crew Member—Full and part time (seasonal)
Upriver Organics is hiring! We are a small farm 30 minutes east of Springfield along the beautiful McKenzie River. We actively manage 8 acres of annual vegetable crops, ¾ acre of greenhouse crops, and 5 acres of perennial fruits, mainly blueberries. We employ a large team of skilled farmers, drivers, marketers and support staff that all work towards a common goal of growing a large amount of exceptional food for our community.
We market our produce through a small number of grocers, a farmers market in Eugene and Bend, a farm stand at the farm and our weekly produce shares (CSA)
We farm 3 unique parcels all within 3 miles in our narrow river valley. We farm a diverse range of fruits and vegetables with an emphasis on carrots, cucumbers, blueberries, winter squash and tomatoes. We also farm some interesting crops such as asparagus, melons, strawberries, cauliflower, figs and much more.
We have a mature farm with developed systems and set expectations. That being said, we have lots of potlucks, shared desserts, and a strong social community surrounding the work.
Role and Responsibility
- Harvesting, washing, packing and processing fruit and vegetable crops 2-3 days per week
- Transplanting, trellising, pruning and hand cultivating over 50 types of annual vegetables and perennial fruits 2-3 days per week
- Assistance in other aspects of the farm depending upon the week/season:
- Seeding and up potting in the greenhouses
- Pruning/weeding/transplanting perennial fruits including blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries
Desired Skills & Interests:
- Physical ability to work for 24-40 hours a week on your feet, sometimes on your knees and often in physically awkward positions
- Ability to work in varying climatic conditions including 90 degrees or in cold & rainy weather
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- A positive, upbeat attitude while being a team player on a fun loving, yet hard working, field crew
- Desire to learn production based farming techniques that creates a financially viable operation
Several schedule options ranging from 24 hours to 40 hours a week.
Whole Season Positions: April-November
Summer Season Position: June-September
Additional year round work may be available.
Additional year round work potential depending on interest and availability.
Compensation
- $16 hourly
Benefits
- Farm store 25% discount
- Lots of free produce
- Bonus(es) 1-2 times a year (varying amounts)
- Retirement, 2-3% employer match.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16