Company description

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https://www.xroadsfarmliny.com/about-us

Job description

Overview:

The Field Hand plays an important role in the day-today operations of the farm. This position works closely with the Field Manager and farm staff to carry our essential field work that supports crop production and the overall health of the farm. This is a hands-on outdoor position suited for individuals who enjoy physical work, teamwork and being part of a mission driven farm that serves the community.

Perferred Experience:

• Experience working on an organic farm
• experience operating small farm equipment
• experience working with chickens is a plus

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Field Work
• Assist with seeding, planting, transplanting, harvesting and washing crops
• Cultivating and weeding
• support irrigation set up and monitoring
• assist with soil prep, composting, and bed maintenance
• cleanliness
• wash, sort and prep produce for sale
• ensure harvested crops meet quality standards

Equipment and Tools

• safely use hand tools and farm equipment
• assist with basic maintenance and storage of tools
• support tractor related tasks

Farm Store Support

• Help ensure consistent harvests to supply farm store needs
• assist with packing produce for retail

Animal Care

• Basic care and maintenance of chickens

Ideal Qualities

• Strong work ethic and ability to perform outdoor labor in inclement weather conditions
• willingness to learn
• positive attitude
• interest in sustainable agriculture
• reliable and punctual

Why this Role Matters:

Crossroads Farm is more than a place where food is grown it is a community resource and educational hub where people connect through agriculture and land. As a field hand, your work directly supports the success of the farm, helping ensure fresh food is grown and shared with the community while maintaining the health and vitality of the land.

We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, harassment free work environment.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $16.50 - 20/hr

Application instructions

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Deadline

March 31, 2026