Baseline Qualifications

• Legally able to work in Canada
• Preference given to those with prior vegetable farming experience
• Our work is physically and mentally demanding, with long hours outdoors in all weather. Great stamina, and in particular strong back and knees are essential.
• Ability to lift 50lb regularly

Our Daily Work

Most tasks require quality work at a quick pace, often under pressure:

• Planting, harvesting and washing/packing vegetables
• Pest control, weeding & irrigation
• Greenhouse and tunnel work
• Poultry chores
• Endless problem-solving
• Hosting CSA distributions weekly June-Oct

Key Assets

• Experience with farming or other outdoor, physical work
• Quick hands & commitment to improving task efficiency
  

• Ability to absorb and integrate detailed instruction and feedback
  

• Positive & collaborative attitude

• Strong observation skills

• Adaptability to roll with rapidly shifting task priorities 

Hours & Remuneration

We are an Ontario Living Wage certified employer 

• $20/hr starting wage, 6-7.5mth contract May-Oct/Nov
  

• 40-50 hr/wk Mon-Fri, typically 6am-4pm June-Aug. (Occasional weekend work for chores and special events)
• 1 wk holidays paid at 75%
  
• 1-2 professional development days
  
• plenty of vegetables & eggs for personal consumption.

 As our team is small and everyone is essential, commitment to a full season of work is required. 

Special Assets

•  Infrastructure & General Handy-skills: We are looking for at least 1 staff to have significant experience and skill with tools & equipment: power tool proficiency, basic construction & structural repairs, general fix-it and mechanical prowess. While this position would be primarily a field work position, it would also involve responsibility for repairs and maintenance of infrastructure including greenhouses, irrigation, cooler, tractor implements etc.
• Tractor Experience: In-row cultivation & other tasks incl spreading compost & row marking with our Farmall 140. Implement adjustments & basic mechanical aptitude.

To Apply POSITIONS FILLED FOR 2024

Send resume and a letter outlining your relevant work and farming experiences, as well as your motivations for working with us to: info@fertilegroundcsa.com 
Applicants from members of BIPOC & LGBTQ+ communities are welcome. 

Housing/Transportation

Please note: While we don't provide on-farm housing, St. Agatha and West Waterloo are within reasonable biking distance, and we are only 10-20 mins drive from town.

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