Seasonal laborers will support our Farm Operations and Facilities staff with a wide range of farm, landscaping and facility maintenance activities at our farm in Kutztown, PA. Rodale Institute conducts research, outreach and education for regenerative organic agriculture and our main campus has been a destination for inspiration to a large audience for several decades. Our seasonal laborers are critical in the care of our property and ensure that our site is maintained to the highest standards. Applicants should be driven, hardworking, and committed to organic agriculture practices. All candidates must be prepared to work in a professional environment, complete tasks carefully and in a timely manner, and work in all weather conditions. Seasonal laborers report to the Assistant Farm Manager.

Responsibilities include:

Conduct field and greenhouse work (planting, harvesting, weeding, etc.)
Assist with establishing and maintaining ornamental and herb beds
Must be comfortable operating landscaping equipment (string trimmers, push mowers, pruning shears, chainsaw, etc)
On-going landscaping: mowing, weeding, string trimming, planting, pruning, dead-heading, etc.
Assist with livestock chores
Assist with facility maintenance such as painting, cleaning, washing, minor repairs, etc.
Assist with event setup and cleanup
Remove plastic contaminates from compost when necessary
Maintain, organize, and clean equipment, and storage areas
Other duties and tasks as assigned

Candidate Qualifications:

Able to operate landscape equipment (mowers, string trimmers, pruners, etc.); training will be provided when necessary
Organized, attentive to detail and have the ability to work independently, multi-task and be a team player
Must be comfortable receiving direction from senior farm operation staff
Able to lift 50 pounds
Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions
Must be prompt, responsible and focused

Individuals must be committed to the farm’s success, and in turn, the farm will be committed to the individual’s success.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity or handicap.

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