About the Role
AOOA seeks farm team members who will work under the direction of the Farm Manager to grow veggies and fruit, and care for the laying flock and sheep herd. We are seeking enthusiastic, team-oriented individuals to join AOOA for the 2025 growing season. Ideal candidates have spent some time working on a farm in crop and fruit production and/or livestock management, however, we are open to training those without prior experience. Motivated, reliable, organized and hardworking people who are committed to developing their agricultural skills are a great fit with our team.
40-45 hrs/wk, beginning in mid-March and running through the end of October. Option for a Tuesday-Saturday, or Sunday-Thursday schedule. In season, we are open to the public Fri.-Sun.
Hours: 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. in spring and fall, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in summer.
Compensation & Benefits
Seasonal position with mid-March start. Compensation is $20 per hour.
Minimum 30 minute unpaid lunch; veggies and eggs from the farm; earned vacation days; federal holidays and sick days; employee-sponsored health insurance.
There is the potential for winter work on a reduced schedule, if there is a mutual fit.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
● Assist with crop production: tarp, turn, amend beds; seed, transplant, irrigate, weed, fertilize, harvest, manage pests.
● Assist with orcharding: plant, weed, irrigate, mulch, prune/trellis, fertilize, manage pests and diseases, harvest, and propagate orchard trees.
● Assist with livestock chores: feeding, watering, cleaning, fencing, rotating animal groups, collecting and washing eggs.
● Lead volunteers in the safe performance of farm work.
● Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
● Promote continuous improvement of workplace organization, safety and environmental practices.
● Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
● Strong desire to learn regenerative farming techniques.
● Positive attitude and solution-oriented.
● Organized, values time-management.
● Punctual, dependable, and able to communicate effectively around scheduling, learning needs, and any issue that affects the workplace and community.
● Able to work independently and as part of a team.
● Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions.
● Able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly and perform physically demanding work that requires bending, kneeling and squatting.
● Please note we do not offer housing and the farm is not readily accessible via public transportation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
AOOA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of employment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment for all employees.
To Apply
Please send a resume and cover letter describing your interest in the position to Farm Manger Matt Celona: matt@alloneoneall.com.