Lindentree Farm Hiring Crew - Lincoln, MA

Lindentree Farm in Lincoln, MA has been a family-run CSA for the past 28 years, with upwards of 150 member shares representing 300 people. We have been certified organic since 1993.
This year we are looking for a full-time crew to work from April through October. The farm crew will report to the Farm Manager and the farm owners, doing all aspects of a full season of growing which can include the following:

• Growing healthy seedlings in the greenhouse
• Preparing planting and seed beds
• Transplanting and seeding into the field
• Maintaining and operating mowers and small tractors
• Setting up irrigation, both pipes and drip
• Identifying and managing insects and plant diseases
• Learning and practicing efficient mechanical and manual weed control techniques
• Harvesting, washing, and preparing vegetables

Crew member requirements:
• At least one year of farm experience
• We expect you to be well organized, have good hand skills and attention to detail, work efficiently, taking care of the body and health
• Be willing to work the full season, April through October commitment
• Physically strong, able to lift 40-50 pounds on a repeated basis, bending, kneeling, and repetitive motions
• Able to work with ALL kinds of people, owners, crew, members of the CSA or whomever is present
• Have a good sense of humor and flexibility in general and also in the face of frustration, adversity and mistakes
• Show up for work on time, well rested and prepared
• Be willing to ask questions, listen well and follow instructions
• Have a car if commuting to work and a good driving record

It is helpful if applicants know how to operate tractors and other machinery.

This year Lindentree Farm will be working on the following:
- A small several-acre market garden to supply the local Farmers Market June through October
- A pick-your-own CSA
- An independent growing project for a local producer

Please send a letter of interest, resume, and references to Brian at bturnbaugh@gmx.com and cc: Ari at lindentreecsa@gmail.com
An on-site interview will be required. Hourly pay based on experience. Housing may also be available.

Lincoln, MA