Steelbow Farm in Maine Seeks Part Time Help

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Part Time Farm Help Wanted at Steelbow Farm in Maine – 2019

Steelbow Farm is hiring for the 2019 season. We are looking for part-time (20-30 hours) positions, with the possibility of more hours as the season progresses. Work commences mid-May and wraps up in mid-October. 

Steelbow is small two person farm. This season we will be cultivating 1.5 acres; organically, intensively, sustainably for farmers market, CSA, and wholesale customers. We care truly, madly and deeply about the quality of the produce we grow. We love our work because it is physical, honest, and gratifying. 

We grow a rich array of vegetables and culinary herbs along the Kennebec River Valley in Central Maine.  We are working towards a minimal till system and farm with soil health and ecological diversity in mind. Being that we are 1.5 acres, we practice an intensive market gardening style, with many succession plantings and mostly all hand cultivation. We do use a BCS tractor for bed preparation and incorporating crop residues. 

We as farmers and community members believe whole-heartedly in supporting the renaissance of local, rural economies. We want to support a community that supports us!

This said, Steelbow Farm is also a young farm, and we are learning from each season, figuring things out as we go. There is ample room for ideas and to put a mark on our little farm. 

The ideal person has:

• a deep love of food 
• a real eye for detail 
• motivation and self-discipline
• ability to accept feedback and adapt accordingly
• interest in the larger food system and sustainable agriculture  and a passion for the quotidien aspects of farming 
• an eagerness & willingness to learn
• ability to lift 50 lbs, spend much time bent over, and be on one’s feet for the majority of the work day
• reverence for the outdoors and tolerance for working out in the elements 
• a positive and buoyant attitude 
• problem solving skills and an aptitude for thinking on one’s toes 
• the ability to laugh at oneself 
• seriousness about working efficiently & steadfastly 
• tolerance for NPR, and all kinds of music 

Responsibilities:

– Participate in all aspects of production, including but not limited to:

• greenhouse seeding, maintenance and record keeping
• bed prep
• transplanting, direct seeding 
• weed control: hoeing, tarping, mulch application
• harvest & processing of produce for market
• caterpillar tunnel maintenance 

Starting pay will be determined on experience.  Farming experience is a plus, but not required. 

We will also provide each employee a generous share of veggies for their cooking needs. 

No on-farm housing is available, but we can help find a room or house for rent nearby if necessary. farm pups may be allowed as long as they behave appropriately, listen to commands, and gets along with other dogs. 

To apply for a position at Steelbow Farm please email: steelbowfarm@gmail.com with a resume, cover letter detailing why you are interested in farm work and two professional references. 

Check out our www.steelbowfarm.com and/or instagram to get a feel for the farm.