Company description

Harlequin Produce is a certified organic diverse vegetable farm located in Arlee Montana that has been in operation since 2010. The business is owned and operated by Brian Wirak and Kaly Hess. Harlequin consists of a team of 2-3 year-round employees, 8-15 seasonal employees. The farm is 35 acres and we grow 20-acres of certified organic vegetables annually. We believe the success of our farm in part stems from having employees that feel valued and respected, we strive to create a working environment that is positive and productive.  

We grow a large assortment of classic vegetables with our main emphasis in the following crops: spring greens, turnips, carrots, beets, brassicas – broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage, potatoes, onions, peppers, tomatoes, winter squash, and melons. Our produce is marketed in two main avenues; wholesale through the Western Montana Growers Cooperative, and direct to customers via our subscription based programs which included a 580-member summer Customizable CSA. 

We have six high tunnels, a heated prophouse, a warehouse and walk-in cooler for packing and storing produce. We also have an assortment of appropriately scaled vegetable specific equipment that reduces our labor and increases our production. This includes a plastic mulch layer, water wheel transplanter, flame weeder, Scott Viner root harvester, 28’ harvest conveyor, cultivation equipment, tractor pulled seeder, undercutter, potato digger, and a 200lb capacity barrel washer. 

Our mission is to provide high quality, certified organic produce at affordable prices.  We value efficiency and ecology with an emphasis on production. We strive to grow produce in a manner that incorporates ecological principles while increasing yields. 

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https://harlequinorganicproduce.com/job-opportunities/

Job description

Job Description
Harlequin Produce is seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our farm team for the 2026 growing season. This person will assist with irrigation, maintenance projects, basic tractor operation, deliver CSA shares on Wednesday and assist with all other aspects of daily farm operations such as harvesting, weeding, and post-harvest processes. 

Irrigation responsibilities include hand-line irrigation, drip irrigation, operating pumps, fixing irrigation issues, installation and removal of irrigation pipe. Vegetables require a tremendous amount of water; heavy irrigation season is July – August. This person will not be expectation to make decisions regarding the timing of irrigation but rather become proficient in the operation of our irrigation systems. They will work directly with Kaly and Brian on irrigation timing and scheduling. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the operation and installation of overhead irrigation and drip irrigation systems 
• Operate motorized equipment such as mowers, weed wacker, etc.
• Basic tractor operations of three tractors 
• Drive 20’ Box truck to delivery CSA shares to Missoula on Wednesday 
• Support general farm operations as needed, including harvesting and packing produce.

Required Skills

• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record; comfortable driving larger vehicles.
• Experience with or willingness to learn irrigation system operation and troubleshooting.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for operating farm equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.
• Basic carpentry skills and general maintenance knowledge are a plus.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy items and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• One year vegetable farm, or relevant experience is required.

Prior experience with equipment operation is preferred but not required. Candidates must feel comfortable working with machines, large equipment, and delivery vehicles. If you are committed to sustainable agriculture and enjoy a variety of hands-on tasks, we encourage you to apply.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

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