Red Fire Farm 184 Meadow Road MONTAGUE, MA 01351 Company Description: Red Fire Farm is a leader in organic veggie production in the beautiful Pioneer Valley in western Massachusetts. We have about 100 acres in cultivation and grow just about every vegetable that can be grown in this climate. We sell produce through our CSA program, wholesale, farmers' markets, and farm stand. We are dedicated to a seriously high quality standard, hold a deep belief in organic practices, and aim to build our local community around really good food. Salary Range: Location: Per Year MONTAGUE MA Job Type: Category: Full Time Agriculture Education Level: Work Experience: High School or Equivalent Preference: Nice to have 2+ Preference: Nice to have Skills/Certifications/Licences: Valid Driver's License - Preference: Preferred Description: Red Fire Farm is looking for someone who is creative with an eye for color and a strong work ethic to work in our flower and greenhouse departments. The ideal candidate has a passion for fieldwork, attention to detail, and sees themselves caring for our flower crop, from transplanting to bouquet making for our flower CSA members, farmers’ markets, and wholesale customers. Ideally you would be able to start with our greenhouse team, starting our flower seeds but also working with the team on all aspects of the greenhouse season, from seeding to trellising tomatoes, propagating strawberries to transplanting, and everything else we do in between! It makes for a great transition into the flower season which is in full gear starting at the end of June and finishing in mid- September. Responsibilities – Seeding, potting, and caring for flower and vegetable starts. Including weekend watering and greenhouse venting on a rotating schedule. – Fieldwork including installation of weed mat and trellising, weeding, and harvesting of flowers. – Making bouquets for our CSA members, farmers markets, and wholesale customers. – Helping to maintain a clean work environment in the greenhouses and flower cellar. – Driver’s license not required, but must be able to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) and work in all conditions. Schedule Position can begin in late February and runs through mid-September. Winter work in other farm departments may be available once the flower season is over. It is possible, if you are an exceptional candidate, to only work the flower season, late June to mid September, but being a part of the greenhouse team is preferred. Hours Typical greenhouse hours are 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Which may change during peak season (7:00 a.m. start) and work load, flexibility is appreciated. Due to the nature of farming, all crew are expected to be available to work on the holidays that occur during the active farming season and to work in all weather conditions. During flower season our hours change to 6:30 to 5:30, with shorter days on Fridays. Perks of the job include – Fresh air and exercise. – An open, friendly environment where your feedback is welcomed. – Opportunities to advance and build on your skills. – Access to all the organic vegetables you can eat. LOCATION: Position located at 184 Meadow Road in Montague, MA. JOB TYPE: Full-time if part of the greenhouse team, part-time if flowers only. PAY: $13.50/hour TO APPLY: Please send an email to jobs@redfirefarm.com with a simple resume, a letter of interest & a list of 3 relevant work references with contact information. We will continue accepting applications until the position is filled. Requirements: Qualified applicants MUST have: Ability to work efficiently based on priorities Ability to self motivate and follow a list Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly and easily, and to hustle through a physically busy day Ability to be a team player with a can do attitude Complete availability through completion of flower season is an absolute must.