Richmond BC Jobs

Hiring: Organic Indoor Farm Operative — Part-time
Employer: Sky Harvest
Location: Richmond, Metro Vancouver BC (quick bus ride from Bridgeport Skytrain Station)
Eligibility: Must have valid Work Permit for working in BC/Canada

Do you want to be an integral part of a farming team and live in the city?

We are looking for an enthusiastic new team member to help with our fast paced operations.

This position will support farm operations and also be involved in expanding the products offered by our indoor Certified Organic urban farm. We currently specialize in growing microgreens in a vertical growing system. You will have the opportunity to learn the many aspects of our organic microgreen operation from sanitizing, seeding and planting to restaurant plate.

Duties and responsibilities

• Assist shift leads with various production related activities

• Take responsibility for general farm activities such as seeding, sanitizing and crop harvesting
• Aid the introduction of new specialized crops to our growing environment

Knowledge and skills

• Farming, gardening or experience working with your hands would be very helpful
• Teamwork and good communication skills
• Interest in urban agriculture activities and and local food systems
• Ability to work quickly, pay attention to detail
• Exhibits reliability and commitment to our organization

Education required

A degree or equivalent in a relevant agricultural subject may be advantageous for future promotions, but is not required for this post.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Part-time position available (8-20 hours weekly), with additional hours to cover team absenteeism.
• Start time: Immediately/ ASAP, please don't delay in applying
• Pay: Starting pay is $19.50/hr + 4% in lieu vacation pay, paid sick days (to 5 days) and weekly microgreens.
• Opportunity to move up within the company as we continue to grow & expand
• Position is located in Richmond BC, and is a 7 minute bike ride from Bridgeport Skytrain Station and also has excellent bus connections

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit an introduction of yourself and why you would think you could be a good fit with us, a resume and any questions you may have about us or the position to: chris@skyharvest.ca — subject: Organic Indoor Farm Operator – Part Time

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About us:

Sky Harvest is Canada’s first Certified Organic urban farm. Our work transforms the urban landscape, improves access to healthy produce and provides a place of community, education and work for local residents.

Our current focus is growing microgreens and edible flowers, delivering them to some of Vancouver’s top chefs and a number of grocery stores. We are looking for candidates with a sense of social and environmental responsibility, interested in joining our team of dedicated employees whose unique talents shape Sky Harvest’s culture and development.

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