We’re Hiring! Working on a small production-based farm is fast-paced and never boring. If you’re passionate about sustainable food production, enjoy hard work and being outdoors, then this might be the place for you. We value inclusivity and encourage individuals from diverse walks of life and backgrounds to apply.
Email to tell us about yourself and past work experience to info@skylightfarms.com. We’re unable to respond to phone calls.
Field Crew
Our Field Crew is instrumental in growing all annual and perennial crops. Full and part-time seasonal positions are available. Each field crew member will assume the lead in at least one area: production, harvest and post-production, greenhouse, irrigation.
Main responsibilities:
- Fieldwork: crop seeding and transplanting, planting, watering, fertilizing, weed control
- Harvesting produce, washing and packing, order fulfillment, and distribution
- General farm maintenance, cleaning and repair
- Follow farm and food safety practices
Other duties may include:
- Assisting in farmers market booth operations
Time Commitment: Crew members must be able to commit to working the entire season, April through November.
Most workdays begin at 8:00 am; however, during the heart of the season the days can start as early as 6:30 am depending on the day’s tasks and the weather. Flexibility in scheduling is a must. Work is scheduled primarily Monday through Friday, including holidays; however, weekend work is often necessary. Because our vegetables don’t take breaks, we also work on holidays.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a balance of grit, patience, efficiency, an eye for detail, and the ability to handle the physical demands of the work (i.e. lifting 50 lbs+ repetitively). Applicants must have a passion for growing food sustainably and be willing to work outdoors, in all weather. A sense of humor is a must as it helps to get through the toughest of days. The ability to self-manage and work well with others is essential. Excellent communication skills, a good attitude, and professional manner are also key.
At least one season of market vegetable production is preferred. Experience operating farm equipment is a plus.
Position is hourly, with competitive wages based on experience. Farm-fresh produce provided when available.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have reliable transportation.
Market Lead
Skylight Farms is looking for an energetic, hard-working person who is passionate about locally grown sustainable food production. This is a seasonal position starting in April.
Main responsibilities:
- Farmers Market and Farmstand:
- Set-up and take down of booth (tents, tables, displays, signs)
- Customer service including selling produce, handling cash and credit card transactions, providing information about the farm and farm products
- Comply with market rules and regulations
- Load and unload delivery van at the farm
- Fieldwork: crop seeding and transplanting, planting, watering, fertilizing, weed control
- Harvesting produce, washing and packing, order fulfillment, and distribution
- Follow farm and food safety practices
Other duties may include:
- General farm maintenance, cleaning and repair
Time Commitment: This position is scheduled on Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from April through December and must be able to commit to working the entire season. Work takes place both at the farm and farmers market. Hours will fluctuate with the needs of the season.
Fieldwork generally begins at 8:00 am; however, during the heart of the season the days can start as early as 6:30 am depending on the day’s tasks and the weather. Flexibility in scheduling is a must. Because our vegetables don’t take breaks, we also work on holidays.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate must enjoy working with people and have a balance of grit, patience, efficiency, an eye for detail, as well as the ability to handle the physical demands of the work (i.e. lifting 50 lbs+ repetitively). Applicants must have a passion for growing food sustainably and be willing to work outdoors, in all weather. A sense of humor is a must as it helps to get through the toughest of days. The ability to self-manage and work well with others is essential. Excellent communication skills, a good attitude, and professional manner are also key.
At least one season of market vegetable production and/or farmers market experience is preferred. Retail and customer service experience is a plus.
Position is hourly, with competitive wages based on experience. Farm-fresh produce provided when available.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have reliable transportation.
Assistant Farm Hand
The Assistant Farm Hand will be assigned primarily to supporting the field crew.
Main responsibilities:
- Cleaning harvest totes, tools, and work areas
- Follow farm and food safety practices
- Packing orders, order fulfillment
Time Commitment: Must be able to commit to working at least three days per week during the entire season, May through November. Some off-season work may be available. Because our vegetables don’t take breaks, we also work on holidays.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a balance of grit, patience, efficiency, an eye for detail, and the ability to handle the physical demands of the work (i.e. lifting 50 lbs+). Applicants must have a passion for growing food sustainably and be willing to work outdoors, in all weather. A sense of humor is a must, to help get through the toughest of days or wrangling stubborn chickens. The ability to self-manage and work well with others is essential. Excellent communication skills, a good attitude, and professional manner are also key.
Position is hourly, with competitive wages based on experience. Farm-fresh produce provided when available.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old and have reliable transportation.
