Job Description

Moon Valley Farm is seeking an experienced grower to work with our Production Manager to facilitate production in two greenhouses and eight high tunnels. This person should be versed in and passionate about organic agriculture and resolved to innovate and adapt as climate change and market interests fluctuate. We farm year-round and are always looking to improve our farming methods, yields, plant health and worker conditions. Additionally, as the farm continues to grow, we plan to expand and innovate with our greenhouse/high tunnel operations. The greenhouse hand should be willing and able to be decisive yet thoughtful in keeping all of these factors in mind. Hours will naturally need to be heavier in the summer than the winter, but the work is year-round and relatively consistent. Will work closely with farm owner Emma and the other managers.

ROLES + RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate seeding operations

  • Organize and keep track of seed inventory

  • Maintain seeding records according to organic certification requirements

  • Ensure seeding and seedlings are on schedule according to production calendar

  • Lead a team that will assist in large scale seeding/transplanting projects

• Manage greenhouse/high tunnel crop production and infrastructure

  • Create and execute on irrigation schedule for greenhouses and high-tunnels,  including the use of timers and instruments for measuring moisture

  • Maintain healthy transplants/crops through regulation of temperature, scouting/spraying for pests, fertilization, etc.

  • Maintain greenhouse infrastructure (heat, plastic, tables, lights, etc) and communicate any/all issues or maintenance needs

  • Lead a team that will assist in large scale greenhouse/high tunnel projects

• Facilitate Annual Plant Sale

  • Create and execute on a schedule for starting seedlings for our Annual Plant Sale in May

  • Organize greenhouses to promote sales and facilitate customer access

  • Track sales and update inventory as needed to match greenhouse production to customer needs

Desired Strengths and Experience

• Strong sense of initiative

• Commitment to organic and regenerative farming practices

• Well organized, accountable

• Continuous learner

• Strong communication skills in managing teams and resources

• Equally competent with plants and profits

• Bilingual a plus

How to apply: Please send resume with references and let us know why you’re interested by emailing Emma at emma@moonvalleyfarm.net