Farm and Landscape Seasonal Helper
Rodale Institute
- Allentown, PA
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Watering and maintenance of indoor plants, potted plants, and cold frames
- Establishment of vegetable and ornamental beds and planting of transplants
- Ongoing plant-care including pruning, dead-heading, watering, mulching, and weeding
- Preparation and application of organic fertilizers
- Field work (planting, harvesting, etc.)
- Weed and pest management
- Irrigation
- Harvest and package vegetables, herbs, and flowers for distribution
- Maintain organic and GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) records
- Assist other departments as needed
- Maintain, organize, and clean farm equipment and storage areas
- Previous farming/ horticultural experience is preferred
- Knowledge and identification of annual and perennial plants preferred
- Interest in agriculture, landscaping, and farming, with a commitment to an organic planet
- Organized, attentive to detail, ability to work independently, multi-task and be a team player
- Able to lift 50 pounds
- Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions
- Knowledge and experience using string trimmer, leaf blower, backpack sprayer, drip irrigation systems, and garden tools preferred
- Ability to follow directions, problem solving skills and common sense
- Must be prompt, responsible, and focused
- Must be able to move freely around the farm, have the ability and willingness to operate light machinery