Seasonal Farm Laborer
Location: Rodale Institute Headquarters, Kutztown, PA
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 Farm Manager.
Responsibilities Include:
- Conduct field and greenhouse work (planting, harvesting, weeding, etc.)
- Pest Management
- Assist with installing irrigation
- 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 establishing and maintaining ornamental and herb beds
- Assist with event setup and cleanup
- Remove plastic contaminates from compost when necessary
- Maintain, organize, and clean equipment, and storage areas
- Must be comfortable operating landscaping equipment
- 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
- Previous landscaping experience is preferred but not required
- 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.
Additional information:
Schedule: April-September, 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday
Location: Rodale Institute Headquarters, Kutztown, PA
To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to Rebecca Kahle, Human Resources Director, at Resumes@RodaleInstitute.org.
About Rodale Institute: Rodale Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to pioneering organic farming through research and outreach. For seventy years, the Institute has been researching the best practices of organic agriculture and sharing findings with farmers and scientists throughout the world, advocating for policies that support farmers, and educating consumers about how going organic is the healthiest option for people and the planet.
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.
