Company description

Amber Waves Farm is a nonprofit teaching farm on the easternmost end of Long Island. The farm operates on 35 total acres, raising 20 acres of vegetables, 5 acres of grains, 3 acres of cut flowers, a small flock of laying hens, and 6 pygmy goats. The farm’s production serves a 350+ member CSA and on-site retail farm market and kitchen and local food pantries. Amber Waves is located in downtown Amagansett and is a popular destination for locals, visitors, families, chefs, home cooks, and groups who come to shop in the retail market and tour the fields. The farm is deeply involved in intensive educational work with nearby schools and the public, which includes frequent field trips, educational kids' classes, and a farming apprenticeship program to train future farmers. While the farm is not certified organic, we do subscribe to the Northeast Organic Farmers Association’s (NOFA) “Farmer’s Pledge” program of growing fruits, vegetables, and grains sustainably and responsibly.

Amber Waves Farm is a fun, fast-paced work environment where we champion good ideas, hard work, common sense, and cooperation. The physical nature of the work is both challenging and rewarding, as is the considerable time we spend interacting with the public both on and off the farm. The entire organization at the height of the season includes a staff of around 130 people, including farmers, educators, retail market staff, and kitchen staff.

Job description

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage facilities staff ensuring quality and timely completion of tasks and projects
• Proactively monitor farm and market facilities and grounds
• Maintain the aesthetics and appearance of the campus farm and market
• Lawn / fence maintenance schedule
• Oversee vendors responsible for maintenance and repairs of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety system, vehicles, and farm equipment.
• Institute and maintain a written preventive maintenance program to maintain property and systems at optimal performance
• Ordering supplies and materials for assigned projects
• Oversee company vehicles
• Manage and support buildings repairs and maintenance including:
  • Building safety and fire protection systems
  • Basic understanding of plumbing systems,electrical, and mechanical systems, including heating and cooling systems to complete basic repair.
• Oversee staff and vendors responsible for
  • Janitorial services
  • Garbage, recycling, and compost chore systems
  • Snow plowing, shoveling and road sanding
  • Accident prevention and safety support for guests, residents, and staff
  • Maintain an organized and clean tool shed and workspace
  • Support events setup and breakdown

Skills & Qualifications:

• Relevant education and/or work experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and building trades
• Able to work independently as needed
• Trained to operate a forklift
• Ability to lift 50 pounds at a time
• Familiarity with safety regulations, environmental standards, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems effectively under pressure.
• Ability to work under the supervision of the Farm Managers and Farm Executive Director, as well as with others
• Proficiency in English (both spoken and written) is required for this position

Work Schedule & Compensation:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($30 - $40/hour)
• Access to health insurance and 401(k)
• Year round position
• PT or Full time

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

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Deadline

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