Full Time Urban Farm Assistant in Lehi, UT
Job Description
Urban Farm Assistant
Wage: $15/hour
Shift: Full-time. May need to work occasional evening and weekend hours.
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, Paid Holidays, PTO accrual, company paid Long Term Disability, HSA employer match for eligible plans, Thanksgiving Point Membership for self and family, Financial Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, property discounts, work/life balance options, 401K employer matched contributions, training, and more!
Summary: We are looking for a motivated individual who can assist in the many tasks that are required to run the Urban Farm. This individual must have basic horticultural knowledge and feel comfortable teaching others about hydroponics as well as other varieties of gardening. We are looking for someone with a bright mind and a bright attitude as they will be interacting with guests and learning so much about different agricultural methods.
Responsibilities:
- Help manage the production of produce inside the Freight Farms growing containers
- Assist in the production and distribution of fodder for the animals
- Helping to organize volunteer opportunities
- Work with volunteers or interns when needed
- Be able to successfully calibrate the Freight Farms containers
- Help clean, package and distribute the produce to the restaurants
- Assist in providing the best guest experiences for people visiting the urban farm Other duties as assigned.
- Exemplify Thanksgiving Point’s Mission, Values and Policies.
Requirements:
- High school degree is required, but we do need an individual with an open mind and passion for learning
- Flexible schedule in the event of an emergency at the farm
- Strong communication skills
- Desire and proven ability to interact guests and volunteers frequently
- Organizational skills to be able to keep track of many small details
- Physical abilities include: stand, sit, walk, reach, climb stairs, lift 50 lbs, and manipulate small objects
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Must pass a background check.