Fulfillment & Farmers Market Associate

Contact Name
Lindsay St. Pierre
Details

Come participate in Vermont’s local food system through the fulfillment and delivery of regeneratively-grown, pasture-raised meats. Help build a retail-focused distribution system to bring more food to our direct community. Join a team of hard-working individuals who support, teach, and learn from each other every day.

 

The Farm

Maple Wind Farm is a pasture-based livestock farm operating in Richmond and Bolton, Vermont for more than 20 years. The farm produces pasture-raised non-GMO pork, turkeys, layer and broiler chickens, and 100% grass-fed beef. The core of our agricultural mission centers around daily moves of our livestock, providing animals with the freshest pasture possible, while regenerating soil & water resources. Our certified organic, USDA poultry slaughter and meat processing plant allows us to bring these high-quality, regenerative proteins directly to our discerning customers. 

 

The Position

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, passionate individual to become our Fulfillment and Farmers Market Associate. This position works closely with the Sales & Fulfillment Manager in a number of fulfillment tasks, including (but not limited to):

  • Packing orders for daily on-farm pickups.
  • Accurately tracking and maintaining inventory.
  • Planning and participating in farmer’s markets, primarily the Burlington Farmers Market and CSA pick ups at the Intervale Community Farm. 
  • Coordinating Home Delivery and Wholesale weekly delivery.
  • Participating in Bi-weekly on farm events.
  • Maintenance of our on-farm, self-service store.
  • This position requires staff to drive a box truck and lift items up to 50lbs.

Benefits for the position include:

  • Wages ranging from $16-18/hour, D.O.E.
  • A 4-day workweek (10-hour days, 7am to 5pm)
  • Access to free meats and eggs when available.
  • Staff discount at our on-farm and online stores.
  • Workers Compensation Insurance

Experience with retail sales, order fulfillment, and inventory management is preferred but not required - we are willing to train the right candidate! A relative tolerance for cold is required, as you will be spending time in both our walk-in cooler and deep freezer. Availability to work on Saturdays through the Burlington Farmers Market season (May-November) is also a requirement.  

Why Should You Apply?

  • A fantastic farm culture that is built on principles of integrity and respect. 
  • Our location is just 20 minutes away from Burlington, with easy access to outdoor pursuits such as hiking, fishing, mountain biking and hunting. 
  • We offer competitive wages and benefits, and hold a strong commitment to a 4-day work week. 
  • Directly contributing to the functioning of a local food system, while contributing to the success of a farm dedicated to regenerating soil and water resources. 

Interested?

Contact our Farm Director, Lindsay St. Pierre, at [email protected]. Please send a resume & a brief letter of interest (a bit about yourself & why you’re interested in the position). Looking forward to hearing from you!

Maple Wind Farm is Hiring!

Contact Name
Lindsay St. Pierre
Details

Join our Farm and Processing Team!

Spend the season in Vermont’s green pastures raising a variety of pastured livestock, developing a broad spectrum of agricultural skills, and learning the ins and outs of professional poultry processing. Join a team of dedicated, hard-working, goofy individuals who support, teach, and learn from each other every day!

The Farm

Maple Wind Farm is a pasture-based livestock farm operating in Richmond and Bolton, Vermont for more than 20 years. The farm produces pasture-raised non-GMO pork, turkeys, layer and broiler chickens, and 100% grass-fed beef. The core of our agricultural mission centers around daily moves of our livestock, providing animals with the freshest pasture possible, while regenerating soil & water resources. Our certified organic, USDA poultry slaughter and meat processing plant allows us to bring these high-quality, regenerative proteins directly to our discerning customers.

The Position

We’re seeking passionate individuals to join our Pasture-Based Livestock Farm and Processing Crew. Crew members will work both out in the field (75% of the week) and in the processing unit (25% of the week). Crew members will have a hand in all aspects of farm & unit operations, contributing throughout the entire field-to-plate process. Ideal crew members will possess a positive attitude & sense of humor, can remain flexible and innovative on the job, and exhibit a strong interest in regenerative agriculture. Benefits include:

  • Wages ranging from $15-17/hour, D.O.E.
  • A 4-day workweek (10-hour days, 7am to 5pm)
  • Access to free meats and eggs when available.
  • Staff discount at our on-farm and online stores.
  • Workers Compensation Insurance.

Potential crew members must be willing to work (1) weekend day per week. Position begins early May and lasts until Thanksgiving week. Farming/outdoor work experience is preferred but not required!

Why Should You Apply?

  • A fantastic farm culture that is built on principles of integrity and respect.
  • Our great location is just 20 minutes away from Burlington, with easy access to outdoor pursuits such as hiking, fishing, mountain biking and hunting.
  • We offer competitive wages and benefits, and hold a strong commitment to a 4-day work week.
  • Contributing to a local food system, while regenerating soil and water resources.

Interested?

Please email our Farm Director, Lindsay St. Pierre, at [email protected]. Send a resume & 2-3 paragraphs outlining a bit about yourself, relevant experience/education, and why you’re interested in the position. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Need to revamp your farm website?

Contact Name
Lara m Dickson
Phone Number
2069790109
Details

Now scheduling consultations for farm website redesigns, brand new websites, and SEO audits. 

I build Squarespace websites and can turn a dated website into something that showcases what's important to farms, food producers, restaurants, non-profits, professionals, and small businesses. From e-commerce to just imagery, products & services, and location, forms, or just existing Squarespace website SEO audits & fixes - however inclusive or compact you'd like to stand out online. I create ADA (accessibility) compliant websites, SEO loaded, and can train you how to maintain and grow your website. Quick turnaround and response + competitive rates. Booking now for 2024. Find my portfolio of select clients and projects at deepdishcreative.com.

Administrative Coordinator

Contact Name
Kylie Sigrist
Phone Number
802-660-0440
Details

The Intervale Center seeks a dynamic, mission-driven Administrative Coordinator with a passion for community food systems. The Administrative Coordinator supports the Center’s staff and Board of Directors to create a welcoming and highly productive organization and are an invaluable conduit for information and direction holding many aspects of day-to-day operations together. An ideal candidate has at least two years’ experience in this or a similar role; excellent communication; strong computer skills; great time management and attention to detail; and is self-motivated, conscientious, and proactive.  

Intervale Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity of experience, background, and perspective to enrich our work.  Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.  The complete job description with instructions on how to apply can be found at https://www.intervale.org/join-our-team.

Job Opening, Sandy Bottom Farm

Contact Name
Patrick Helman
Details

Help us make more veggie magic happen at Sandy Bottom Farm!  We are looking for someone to provide a vital additional set of hands at the farm on a part-time basis.

 

15 to 20 hours a week from April 15-September 20.  $18-$21 per hour, depending on experience.  Happy to train the right person!

 

Applications accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and we will be interviewing candidates starting the week of April 15th.

 

How we make the magic:

 

~ You’ll get on-the-job training, develop new skills and learn a lot–but this is a job, not an apprenticeship–we’re focusing on getting things done efficiently.

 

~ We work hard!  In order for farmwork to be effective, we need to keep working and work quickly.  We love good stories, and if you’re someone who can talk and work at the same time, you’d be great for this job! 

 

~ Your days will be full of physical work, including lifting, stooping, walking, hauling and picking.  It’s fun, and also you’re going to be pretty pooped at the end of the day

 

~ We’ll be out in the field unless the weather is dangerous.

 

~ Possiblity of more hours during the busy season for the right person.  Possible opportunities for more hours when the farmers go on vacation.

 

Now that we’ve made this sound like the perfect job–come and join us!  

 

email us at [email protected] for more information.  Applications will be reviewed and interviews held the week of April 15 and continue on a rolling basis until the position (s) are filled.

Part-Time Farm Work at Organic Vegetable Farm in the Champlain Islands

Contact Name
Patrick Helman
Phone Number
716-807-7457
Details

Help us make more veggie magic happen at Sandy Bottom Farm!  We are looking for someone to provide a vital additional set of hands at the farm on a part-time basis.  We are a certified organic fruit, vegetable and herb farm located in Isle La Motte, VT  (www.sandybottomfarmvt.com)

 

About the position:

15 to 20 hours a week from April 15-September 20.  $18-$21 per hour, depending on experience.  

Happy to train the right person!

 

Applications accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled;  we will begin interviewing candidates starting the week of April 15th.

 

How we make the magic:

~ You’ll get on-the-job training, develop new skills and learn a lot–but this is a job, not an apprenticeship–we’re focusing on getting things done efficiently.

~ We work hard!  In order for farmwork to be effective, we need to keep working and work quickly.  We love good stories, and if you’re someone who can talk and work at the same time, you’d be great for this job! 

~ Your days will be full of physical work, including lifting, stooping, walking, hauling and picking.  It’s fun, and also you’re going to be pretty pooped at the end of the day

~ We’ll be out in the field unless the weather is dangerous.

~ Possiblity of more hours during the busy season for the right person, and additional possible opportunities for more hours when the farmers go on vacation.

 

Now that we’ve made this sound like the perfect job–come and join us!  (We are an EoE)

Email us at [email protected] for more information

Summer Farm Assistant Wanted

Contact Name
John Motsinger
Phone Number
4153415285
Details

Calling aspiring homesteaders!  

Lily Farms is looking for a seasonal farm assistant to help with day-to-day operations of our emerging, diversified farm in East Dover, Vermont. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in learning how to build and operate a small farmstead and enjoys working outside in all conditions.   

The farm assistant will work directly with the farm manager on a variety of tasks:  

  • Growing annual vegetables in a 100’ x 100’ organic garden  

  • Planting a 3-acre mixed fruit orchard  

  • Cultivating log-grown shiitake mushrooms  

  • Caring for a small flock of sheep and laying hens, including building animal shelters and setting up electric fencing  

  • Installing new permanent perimeter fence and gates  

  • Improving trails on 250+ forested acres  

  • Harvesting timber and milling lumber for building projects  

  • Cutting firewood for multiple uses  

  • Selective thinning of woodland areas for maple sugaring, silvopasture and recreation  

  • Landscaping, including regular mowing, weedwhacking and brush clearing  

  • Performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting of farm equipment and machinery  

 

This is a seasonal position focused on the summer growing season, with the possibility of extension for the right candidate. The work week is generally Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, but some flexibility is required. Ability to cover basic farm chores (watering plants, feeding animals) on occasional weekends is a major plus.  

Must be able to work cooperatively with one or two other people, follow instructions carefully, and complete small tasks independently in a timely fashion. Must not be afraid to try something new but also know when to ask for help. 

Compensation is $15-25/hr depending on your prior experience and existing skill set. Eat as much fresh produce from the garden as you like. 

The farm has been slowly developing since 2018 but is ramping up quickly. This year we plan to build a barn, introduce livestock, plant an orchard and expand our garden and maple sugaring operations. There are numerous smaller projects as well as routine property and equipment maintenance responsibilities. We do many things by hand and also operate large machinery, so be prepared for both. A mature, competent assistant will have the opportunity to (learn to) use a tractor, skidsteer, excavator, sawmill, firewood processor and many smaller tools.  

We are looking for someone who is excited to learn and ready to pitch in wherever needed. There is no specific experience or expertise required, though some basic farm knowledge and skills will go a long way. Most important is having an open mind and positive attitude.  

If interested, please send a brief email to the farm manager ([email protected]) explaining your interest and experience. For promising candidates, we will arrange a work visit to see if it’s a good fit. We look forward to hearing from you!