Company description
Killeen Crossroads Farm is a 20-acre diversified market farm in Shelburne, Vermont. We grow a variety of specialty vegetables, herbs and cut flowers alongside pastured poultry, and beef. Our livestock include egg-laying hens, meat birds, turkeys, and a small herd of beef cows, all raised as part of an integrated, soil-building farm system.
We strive to build and maintain healthy soils through ecologically based growing methods. Key farm infrastructure includes two 30' × 96' high tunnels, a 30' × 36' heated propagation house, irrigation throughout the fields, refrigerated storage, and climate controlled farm stand.
Our products are sold through our busy on-farm shop and pick-your-own garden as well as to local restaurants and wholesale accounts.
Job description
Farm Crew Member – Mixed Vegetable, Herb, Flower & Poultry Farm
Location: Killeen Crossroads Farm, Shelburne VT
Position Type: Seasonal / Part-time
Dates: April through October, with possibility of extension
Compensation: $18 hour, farm produce share
Reports to Garden Manager
Position Overview
We are seeking reliable, motivated Farm Crew Members to assist with vegetable, flower, and poultry production. This is a hands-on, physically active role ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, caring for animals, and learning about diversified farming systems.
Responsibilities
Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Greenhouse work: Seeding trays, watering, transplanting crops
Harvesting vegetables, herbs, and cut flowers
Washing, packing of produce and flowers for market and wholesale
Weeding (by hand and with tools), cultivation, and bed prep
Irrigation setup and maintenance
Cover crop management
Crop pest and disease control through organic IPM methods
Care of vineyard and orchard fruit trees
Poultry & Animal Care
Daily care of egg layers, meat birds, and turkeys
Feeding, watering, and monitoring flock health
Moving portable poultry housing and fencing
Collecting, cleaning, and packing eggs
Assisting with brooding and processing of meat birds
General Farm Duties
Maintain work areas in compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
Safe operation of farm machinery and hand tools
Some mowing and string trimming as needed
General farm upkeep and seasonal projects
Qualifications
Interest in sustainable agriculture and animal husbandry
Comfort working with livestock and performing daily animal chores
Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to lift 40–50 lbs repeatedly
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and positive attitude
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Prior farm, garden, or livestock experience preferred but not required—we are willing to train the right person
Schedule
Typical schedule: Monday - Wednesday/Thursdays 7:30am -3:30pm
Some early mornings, evenings, or weekend shifts may be required including occasional processing days
Flexibility expected during peak seasons
Compensation
this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr
Application instructions
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Deadline
May 01, 2026