Farm Apprentice, Oakland

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30am- 4:00pm

Job Responsibilities:

• Support Lead and Route Farmer in maintaining a diverse range of farms and gardens across the Bay Area
• Perform daily farm tasks, including planting, watering, weeding, and harvesting crops
• Learn and implement organic and sustainable farming techniques, including crop rotation, soil management, and pest control
• Assist with irrigation setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Harvest and prepare produce for distribution to clients
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces, including tool care and inventory management.
• Maintain good relationships with clients
• Adhere to Farmscape best practices 
• Represent Farmscape in a friendly and professional manner
• Drive between project sites and supply vendors (valid driver’s license required)

Qualifications:

• Some experience with annual vegetable cultivation or landscaping
• Valid driver’s license & proof of insurance
• Ability to learn and adapt to Farmscape best practices
• Friendly and clear communicator 
• Organizational skills and attention to detail a must
• Curiosity, resourcefulness, tenacity and strong work ethic

Physical Demands: 

• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Ability to perform manual work, lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time 
• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in various weather conditions

Benefits:

Benefits for full-time employees include: Health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer matching, FSA & Dependent Care plan, paid vacation and holidays, access to company vehicle and mileage reimbursement when needed.