Organic farming

Positions: Field Assistant – organic vegetable farming
Farm: Puddle Produce Farm

Location: Soda Creek, near Williams Lake, BC
Staying on the farm: There is a skoolie and camper for any staff living on the farm. They both have a double bed, kitchenette, dining table, seating, fireplaces, outhouse, and Wifi. We do not charge rent to live on the farm while working here.

If you're looking to explore central BC and small-scale vegetable farming in a really sweet community full of music, cows, rolling hills, and good people, we might be a great fit!

The Farm

Puddle Produce Farm is a small 1.5 acre certified organic vegetable farm established on a 70 acre property on the Fraser river, in the historic region of Soda Creek (approximately 40kms north of Williams Lake). Soda Creek gets its name from the word Xat’sull, which means "on the cliff where the bubbling water comes out”. We grow around 70 varieties of vegetables and microgreens for 2 farmers markets, a CSA program, online sales, and retail.

The Team

We're a small crew: usually just 3-4 people including the farm owner/operator. We value the farm team above anything else because they are what make the farm successful, so we work hard but we also treat each other with respect, have regular check-ins, and give back as much as possible. We’re good communicators, supportive, and make time to have fun and enjoy this amazing lifestyle (think pizza nights and hammocks).

The Job

The farm manager is looking for 2 full-time Field Assistants. 1 position is from May 1 – July 31, and the 2nd is from May 1 -October 17. Our field crew has lots of variety in their work – they get to dabble in pretty much everything on the farm. Here are some examples of typical work for the field team:

Responsibilities

• Transplanting/recording field data
• Hand-weeding
• Irrigation set up and maintenance
• Harvesting
• Produce washing and processing
• Packing for weekly orders and Farmers’ Market
• Assist with farmers’ market sales
• General farm labor as needed

Skills and Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 months of previous experience in an outdoor, physically-demanding role
• Fast learner and ability to adapt to new positions and working with new people
• Punctuality and strong time management skills
• Ability to take direction, accept constructive feedback and to ask for help when needed
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently
• Mature and positive attitude
• Good people and customer service skills

Compensation

$18-20/hour, and includes all deductions and benefits as per provincial labour laws, as well as all the free veggies you want. The candidates will work a 40hr work week, and days are Mon-Fri with opportunities for overtime, if desired.

LOGISTICS

You'll need your own vehicle as there is no reliable transportation to/from the farm. PLEASE NOTE: there is little to no cell reception on the farm, but there is a phone line on site and reliable Wifi.

Staying on the farm

There is a skoolie and large trailer for any staff living on the farm. They both have a double bed, kitchenette, dining table, seating, fireplaces, outhouse, and Wifi. We do not charge rent to live on the farm while working here.

How to Apply:

Please send us a letter of interest telling us a bit about yourself and why you think this would be a good fit, as well as a resume (maximum 2 pages). Please also indicate which position you’re interested in (short term or full season)

Please email any questions about the position, and/or your application addressed to Brianna van de Wijngaard (Owner/Operator) at info@puddleproduce.ca .

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PROJECTED START DATE: MAY 1, 2025

DEADLINE TO APPLY: March 28, 2025