Overlook Farm Apprenticeship 2016 in Pennsylvania

Overlook Farm Apprenticeship 2016 in Waverly, Pennsylvania

Duration: Full-time March/April/May to end of October 2016 with possibility of winter work

ABOUT

Fullers Overlook Farm, Inc. is a diverse farm located in beautiful Waverly, PA, overlooking the Endless Mountains. We are committed to locally grown resilient and restorative agriculture, and follow all organic farming practices. The farm is going into its third year of operation, looking to build a strong farm community. Overlook has 5 acres of annual vegetable cultivation, 5 acres in cover crop, greenhouses for year round production, mushroom production, egg layers, broilers, pigs, and an apiary, as well as beds for cut flowers. They have a CSA, sell at local farmers markets, and supply several wholesale accounts.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The goal of the apprenticeship is to immerse the applicants with an educational experience of starting up a small-scale farm through participation in all aspects of farming. This includes but is not limited to feeding and care of livestock, processing broilers, greenhouse management, seed propagation, transplanting, weeding, hand cultivation, harvest, and marketing the product. Since this is a relatively new operation, tasks will vary greatly and the apprentices will have a unique opportunity to experience all aspects of a new production farm. Apprentices will also have the opportunity to partake in a monthly reading discussion, to further dive into different aspects of farming. There is also 2-3 off farm educational field trips per season.

QUALIFICATIONS

Fullers Overlook Farm is seeking motivated farmers with a genuine passion for agriculture, a desire to learn, and the ability to perform the following tasks:

Ability to work 40-55 hours per week, including weekend work

Previous farming experience is not necessary, but agricultural interest, enthusiasm, and hard work are a must!

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to lift 50-80 lbs. and perform strenuous physical tasks

Work long hours in all weather conditions, while maintaining a positive attitude

Driver’s license with a clean driving record

COMPENSATION

Apprentices will be paid at the rate of $7.25 an hour; taxes, a $300 charge for housing (utilities and

internet included) and other required withholdings will be taken out each month. Additionally, apprentices will have access to farm produce. No pets.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply by sending the following materials to Liz Krug at fullersoverlookfarm@gmail.com

Cover letter stating interest in the position and applicable experiences/skills

Resume

Three references (including name, relationship/job title, telephone number, email)