Greenacres Foundation (GAF):Greenacres Foundation offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Our campuses are living classrooms, where programming can explore the natural environment, horsemanship, the arts, and generative agriculture. Whether it's an educational field trip, fun summer camps, farm-fresh products or events which blend learning and celebration, a quality experience awaits every guest. Our team at Greenacres is passionate and dedicated to our Mission and brings inspiration to all our endeavors.Our unwavering commitment shines through in how we embrace our values - Grace, Generative, Giving, Good Neighbor Policy, and Green. Our team always aims for excellence, prioritizing Quality, Quality, Quality (QQQ) in every endeavor. We thrive in a collaborative environment where teamwork leads to achievements. More than a workplace, Greenacres is a career, a lifestyle and a place to wholeheartedly embrace the Mission and Values set forth by our visionary Founders, Louis and Louise Nippert. Here, dedication isn't just a requirement; it's a way of life.Summary:The Greenacres' Garden Production team includes a Garden Production Assistant. This position will be employed at our Indiana location and Michaela Farm in Oldenburg. This position is responsible for assisting with all aspects of garden production and supporting the Agriculture Education team with hands-on needs and programming. This position reports to the Garden Site Supervisor. This position works collaboratively with all members of the Garden Production team as well as all Agriculture Department staff including education and livestock production teams. The Garden Production Assistant can expect to learn about; generative vegetable agriculture, get experience from seed to sales, indoor and outdoor vegetable production, cut flower production, holistic livestock practices as well as livestock integration for fertility. This position will participate in the restructuring of this farm and will experience/participate in many large farm projects being built from the ground up, a unique opportunity for any grower. Responsibilities:
- Assist with all aspects of production. This includes seeding, planting, cultivating, harvesting, and processing.
- Responsible for accomplishing weekly measurable goals
- Coordinate delivery of product to farm store and maintain farm store inventory.
- Ensure produce wash, preparation, and storage areas are neat, clean and well organized.
- Assist with weekend watering and field assessment as needed.
- Assist the agriculture education team as needed with lesson planning assistance, teaching asset development, and hands-on needs.
- Ability to carry out most farm tasks competently
- Ability to manage day-to-day work with instruction
- Participate in planting from start to finish with minimal direction.
- Manage pests and diseases with instruction
- Contributor to weekly meetings.
- Execute irrigation with direction while following a fertility plan
- Ability to complete farm education courses.
- Lead education groups as a chaperone and answer some questions as needed
- Assist with garden production records.
- Other duties as assigned
- Provide support services to other departments for the advancement of the mission.
Requirements
- Knowledge and Experience in the areas of vegetable production and distribution
- Knowledge of sustainable and generative agricultural practices
- Ability to work in dynamic and extreme weather conditions
- Ability to prioritize and multitask with minimal to no supervision
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments
- Ability to communicate information about garden production and harvest to visitors
- Valid driver's license with insurable driving record required
- Ability to lift and move equipment and materials commensurate with the position (up to 50 lbs. required)
- Ability to work full time (40 hours per week)
- Ability to work additional hours (overtime) as needed during peak harvest season
- Commitment to working within a functional team and collaborative culture
- Ability to successfully pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test and fingerprint FBI background screen
- Ability to work weekends, evenings or holidays
- Ability to pass a drug screen, BCI/FBI background check and physical examination as required
- Possess a valid driver's license and pass screening by Greenacres auto insurance carrier to drive Greenacres vehicles
Why Choose Us?As a company, we invest in our employees in all aspects of their life. We understand that the health of yourself and families are very important; along with your time here at GAF. All TEAM Members of GAF are a part of Greenacres and live the values that we promote for our visitors: Grace, Good Neighbor Policy, Green, and Quality Quality Quality. Listed below you will find some of the benefits and perks if you choose to be a part of our team at Greenacres.
- Market Competitive Salary
- Generous PTO Package
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid Family Medical Leave
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Plans
- Employer funded Simplified Employee Pension Plan
- Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Fun & Engaging Culture
- Ongoing training, education, and industry partnerships that allow you to be up to speed on the latest innovations, technologies and processes
GAF is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Salary Description $16-$20