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SUMMARY OF POSITION: This position is a semi-skilled laborer on an institutional farm, performing physically demanding tasks requiring a moderately high degree of manipulative (physical) skills. Work is reviewed intermittently while in progress and upon completion.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED. Experience in an agriculture-based business is preferred, including the operation of tractors and other farm equipment.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS: Valid Maine state driver\'s license and good driving record. Workforce Readiness Training certificate preferred.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES (SKA) REQUIRED: Some knowledge of practical farm operations, such as plowing, planting, irrigation, fertilizing, cultivating, and harvesting of crops is essential. The ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instruction and to withstand prolonged exposure to variable weather conditions is expected. Skills in the use and care of equipment used in farming as well as the ability to practice appropriate safety protocols at all times is required. Must be able to safely lift l O - 50 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is mostly performed in outdoor conditions that may be adverse (hot, cold, wet, dusty, buggy, etc.). Occasional work may be performed in a garage, warehouse, or retail store setting. Work is mostly strenuous and physically demanding (regular lifting, repetitive motions, bending over, kneeling, etc.).

FUNCTIONS/f ASKS:

1. Dig and plant seeds, or transplant seedlings by hand in the greenhouse and field.
2. Harvest fruits and vegetables by
3. Assist in inspecting, grading, sorting, storage, and post-harvest treatment of
4. Keep farm store displays
5. Load & deliver produce to stores and other customer
6. Assist in the general repair and maintenance of farm equipment and
7. Inform farm manager of crop progress and problems.

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. 1O. Participate in appropriate trainings and meetings as required.

11. Any other duties as assigned by the Farm Manager.
12. Maintain strict adherence to confidentiality as defined in the Privacy
13. Strict adherence to all MN Personnel & Fiscal
14. Strictly adhere to all safety protocols in every aspect of daily farm/store

Duties may also include:

1. Plowing, harrowing, cultivating, fertilizing, and harvesting farm crops on assigned plots and
2. Mixing soil, sand, and fertilizers according to specifications; with supervision from the farm manager or licensed handler, prepare pesticide solutions and operate spray equipment on assigned plots and acreage for pest control.

EVALUATION: Feedback will be provided on an on-going basis and the notes will be attached to your personnel file. Evaluations are typically conducted annually. Daily work is reviewed intermittently while in progress and upon completion. The farm requires the following of all employees:

1. Dress Code
   1. Shirts at all times
   2. Shoes, no flip flops, sandals and no open toes
   3. Shorts to the bottom of your fingertips with no holes
   4. No inappropriate or unprofessional logos on shirts or sweat shirts
2. Work hours will be set on a schedule
3. No absenteeism from work without notice to the Farm Manager
4. No tardiness without notice to the Farm Manager

Some offenses may lead to immediate employment termination, such as:

1. Driving farm equipment in an unsafe manner:
   1. Pickups
   2. Ranger
   3. Four wheelers
   4. Tractors
2. All farmworkers are expected to be substance Violation of this drug free expectation will resu t in termination.

NOTICE: This position in no way states or implies that the responsibilities and tasks are the only responsibilities and tasks to be performed by the employee occupying this position. S/he will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as required by his/her immediate supervisor.

Requirements stated herein are minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify for this position. To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities an aptitude to perform each task proficiently. \"Ability\" means to possess and apply