Organic Field Production Lead

Wild Flight Farm is a 24-acre certified organic produce farm nestled in the mountains of the North Okanagan. We have a large farmer’s market presence in both Salmon Arm and Revelstoke, for which we have been supplying vegetables for 30 years, along with weekly orders from organic home delivery companies.

We have a tight management team specializing in various sectors of the farm and are looking to add an experienced Field Lead to be responsible for producing the farm’s field crops.

· Location is in Mara, BC in the Shuswap/North Okanagan region.

· Competitive wage range of $22.50-$27.00/hour (experience dependent)

· Year-round, full-time, permanent position

· Perks include:

• $1200 annual Health Spending allowance
• Housing available to rent
• $250 personal gear allowance
• Free vegetables for household
• Career growth opportunities
• Organic production mentorship from an experienced team

· Start date: ASAP

Responsibilities:

Field Staff Management

• Organize and direct 4-10 field staff daily to ensure seeding, planting, cultivation, irrigation, and harvest timelines are met.
• Train and work alongside less experienced staff as needed
• Be point of contact for crew members regarding scheduling and feedback

Field Operations

• Conduct primary tillage operations and final vegetable bed preparation
• Be responsible for weeding, irrigation, and pest/disease control
• Use cultivating tractors and hand tools to carry out weekly weed control activities
• Apply compost and trace nutrients to maintain soil fertility
• Record seeding, planting, harvesting and soil inputs
• Participate in vegetable planting, weeding, harvesting as required

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• At least 2 years hands-on experience on market vegetable farms
• A positive, can-do attitude and constructive communication skills
• Physically fit and able to work in all weather conditions, able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Basic farm tractor and implement operation skills, or strong desire to learn
• Previous experience managing, directing, and motivating staff is an asset
• Preferably a post-secondary diploma in a horticulture-related program

How to Apply

If interested, please read full position and farm details at www.wildflightfarm.ca

Please include a cover letter with your resume describing your motivation to apply for this job and the specific skills/experience you have that match the work description and skills required.

• While we thank all who apply, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $22.50-$27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• vegetable farming: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-04-01