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farmhand job on diversified farm on orcas island, WA
Posted: March 1 2013
Job opening at Coffelt Farm !
The farmhand is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day tasks of caring for the farm. S/he works closely with the Farm Manager and Garden manager. This is an 8 month position. Contact James @ [email protected] if interested.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Helping care for all livestock, including, sheep, chickens, beef, dairy cows, and hogs.
- Assisting with harvest of livestock.
- Helping to maintain facilities, equipment and tools.
- Participating in on-site educational activities.
- Participating in garden and orchard care.
- Participating in marketing of farm products via farm stand and/or Farmer’s Market, CSA’s and restaurants.
- Assisting with routine care of apiary.
- Keeping a written daily log of activities.
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Farm-related work experience.
- Strong commitment to the mission of CFS
- Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively and take direction.
- Self-motivated, ability to perform physical labor in all types of weather.
COMPENSATION
- Stipend $450/month
- Basic housing (trailer)
- Produce, milk and eggs and some meals
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