Rodale Institute is seeking Seasonal Farm Laborers to join our team at our St. Luke's-Rodale Institute Organic Farm in Easton, PA. The St. Luke's Organic farm is a partnership between the Rodale Institute and the St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) to create an innovative farm-to-hospital model. Our farm grows annual and perennial crops using organic techniques and provides CSA & wholesale orders to the SLUHN. Applicants are encouraged to have prior agricultural and/or holistic health experience, although not required. This position is best for individuals who are prepared to work full-time in a professional farming environment. Seasonal Workers report directly to the Farm Manager. Responsibilities include:- Execute day to day farm operations
- Greenhouse duties: seeding, watering, plant care
- Field work: weeding, pruning, plasticulture, row cover, transplanting, harvesting
- Facilities: repairing infrastructure, sanitation, compost, event preparation, landscaping
- Packhouse duties: washing, sorting, packing
- Maintain equipment, tools and spaces to be functional
- Irrigation installation, maintenance, removal
- Organic pest management
- Harvesting produce
- Follow all food safety protocols
- Keep records of all farm activities to be submitted daily
Qualifications:- Able to operate equipment safely, training will be provided
- Able to work independently, in a team, and lead farm tasks
- Able to adapt to repetitive tasks & the demanding changes of the farm
- Able to lift 50 lbs., and be on feet for 8 hours a day
- Willing to engage with a dynamic & practical learning environment
- Willing to work in all weather conditions
- Valid Driver's License
Schedule:- 40+ hours per week
- Monday - Friday with rotating weekend shifts
- March through October 2025
Expectations:- Embody Rodale Institute’s Core Values: Courage, Caring, Empowering, Integrity
- Embrace mission-driven teamwork
Travel:- May be required for this position
Compensation:- $16.00 per hour
- On-site housing is available
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity or handicap.
