FARM TEAMMATE JOB DESCRIPTION 2026

A teammate position at Owl’s Nest Farm is hard work with your body; it’s demanding and exhausting and often wonderful. Not only will you work outside in all weather conditions, but we also need you to move quickly and efficiently. We think you’ll learn a lot, but this is a paid job, not an internship or apprenticeship. 

We’re looking for someone who gives a damn about the people they work with: collective care and responsibility are central to our team culture. Showing up consistently, on time, and with thoughtfulness for your impact, are essential parts of your responsibility to the collective here. This farm operates in a worker ownership model, and is looking for a person excited about participating in a highly cooperative space. 

Farming is highly skilled labor and our team is a best fit for folks looking for a farm home to be rooted in. Preference will be given to farmers who express interest in a 2 season commitment.

We’re hoping to hire for one full-time (about 35 hours/week) role from April to November 2026. If you’re only seeking part-time work, know that your application will be given less preference than those seeking full-time employment.

COMPONENTS OF JOB

  • Physical fieldwork including: greenhouse seeding, planting, mulching, row-covering, weeding, irrigating, cover cropping, and bulk harvests

  • Operating farm machinery including: weedwackers, mowers, 2 stroke irrigation pumps, and our 4 wheel tractor. No incoming experience required. 

  • Carrying out our plant fertility and integrated pest management strategies through foliar feeding and organic sprays. 

  • Working outside in all weather conditions, including HEAT, rain, and cold.

  • Harvesting, washing, and packing produce according to quality and food safety standards. 

  • Assisting customers and facilitating a warm and bountiful experience for shoppers at our farmer’s market stand.

  • Maintaining clear and accurate records of harvest and distribution. 

  • Frequent heavy lifting of 25-50 pounds.

  • Following verbal and written instructions.

  • Some weekend availability is a must.

SKILLS AND QUALITIES WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • Reliability and punctuality

  • Flexibility and adaptability

  • Ability to follow directions, take initiative, and ask questions

  • Excellent verbal communication skills and positive attitude

  • Ability to appropriately balance speed and quality of work

  • A willingness to learn and incorporate feedback

  • Ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals in both teamwork and customer service settings

  • Ability to work well both independently and harmoniously in group settings

  • Sense of humor and desire to have fun

  • Willingness to learn new tasks and skills 

  • Basic math skills

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds and perform strenuous physical tasks over and over

  • Must have a driver’s license

  • Previous experience with farming and/or other physical jobs is a big plus!

COMPENSATION

  • $16.50/hour starting rate, with the opportunity to increase to $17/hour after 30 days

Other neat perks include:

  • Access to surplus produce + market bartering

  • Up to 10 days paid sick time 

  • Bonuses and part-time winter hours may be available.

  • In your second season, we offer additional benefits, including accrued paid vacation, educational stipends, and a pathway towards membership as a worker owner. 

HERE’S HOW OUR HIRING PROCESS WORKS:

  • Dig into the info available about us on the Internet, especially the values page on our website and our Instagram.

  • Send us a note about why you’re interested with your resume to Howl at howl@owls-nest-farm.com.

  • We’ll plan to chat on the phone for 20-30 minutes.

  • If it seems like a good fit, we’ll invite you to the farm for a paid working interview.