ORGANIC FARM CREW

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Marr Pond Farm is a 8 acre MOFGA certified organic farm in rural Sangerville, Maine, started by farmer Ryan in 2016, growing a diverse selection of vegetables, cut flowers, and shiitake mushrooms with a focus on soil health and resource conservation. Our products are marketed through farmers markets and two wholesale outlets in central Maine.
The area has abundant natural beauty, and the farm is a quick drive from Peaks-Kenney state park, Sebec Lake, Moosehead Lake, the Appalachian Trail, and more. We're also part of a close-knit community of new and established area farmers, and believe a vibrant multi-generational community is the foundation of any sustainable farm.

Our work environment includes:

  • Casual work attire
  • Lively fast-paced atmosphere
  • On-the-job training
  • Growth opportunities
  • Vegetables and other crops provided free to employees
  • End-of-season bonus opportunities

Marr Pond Farm is hiring for full-time crew members (Part-time considered for full-season applicants) who have an enthusiasm and genuine interest in learning about organic farming, a strong work ethic and desire to take pride in their work, and the adaptability to take on a wide array of responsibilities over the course of the season. Crew members will work both on all day-to-day operations of the farm. We have 4 openings for 2026, and would like employees to start around May 1st with some work possibly being available in April.

The position includes, but is not limited to:

  • Seed starting, plant propagation, and greenhouse watering
  • Harvesting, washing, and packing vegetables and mushrooms
  • Utilizing farm trucks to accomplish tasks
  • Maintaining safe food handling practices as outlined by the farm
  • Cleaning crates and harvest buckets
  • Mushroom log inoculation and mushroom yard maintenance
  • Transplanting and fertilizing
  • Cultivation and hand weeding
  • Field maintenance (trellising, laying and removing row cover, etc.)
  • Staffing farmers markets and making deliveries (All employees are expected to attend at least one farmers’ market a season
  • Record keeping
  • Basic farm maintenance
  • Assist in scouting for pest and disease issues

All employees are expected to attend at least one farmers market a season but are encouraged to be interested in working the markets to see and experience the full circle of the operation from seed to sale.

We end the season the week before Thanksgiving. Exact start and end dates will be agreed upon when hired.
Preference is given to applicants who can work the whole season, but we will consider applicants that can work a minimum of 2 months.

The right person for this job will be:

  • Able to maintain a positive attitude in a fast paced work environment
  • View physical labor in a positive light, and enjoy pushing themselves through challenging physical tasks. Who needs the gym when you carried all those watermelon?!
  • Able to see the humor in work and life, and laugh accordingly
  • An efficient worker with a natural sense of urgency about their tasks
  • Passionate about good food and have an interest in organic farming
  • Self-motivated and self-aware
  • Dependable and have access to reliable transportation - our rural location means you cannot live within commuting distance of the farm without a car.
  • Willing and able to accept feedback gracefully, and adapt accordingly
  • Eager to learn
  • Comfortable working both in groups and independently
  • A problem solver
  • Detail oriented and observant
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Able to lift and carry 50 lbs above your waist, stand for extended periods of time, and crouch or bend over for extended periods of time. We do many things by hand and this job is very physical.
  • Available some weekends. We rotate weekly farmers market duties among our farm crew.

Experience:

  • Farming experience is preferred. Applicants without farming experience should be prepared to explain how their work or life history has prepared them for the rigors of farm work. This job is physically and mentally HARD, but also very rewarding.
  • Experience with physical or outdoor work, or work in fast paced environments is required.
  • A basic familiarity with plants or gardening experience is helpful but not required.
  • Basic math skills are required.
  • A valid driver’s license is strongly preferred, the ability to drive a standard vehicle is preferred but not required and knowing how to drive a tractor is a plus.
  • Experience with basic tools, basic carpentry, and a handy problem solving aptitude is helpful.

Compensation:

Starting pay is $16-18, depending on experience.

All farm crew members have access to free vegetables for their own home use. Bulk vegetables may be available for food preservation at the discretion of the farmers.
We do not offer housing but can assist applicants in finding housing locally if needed.
We do not provide health insurance but can provide resources to help sign up for the health insurance marketplace. We strongly encourage all employees to carry health insurance while farming.

Depending on overall farm performance and employee performance, end-of-season bonus opportunities are possible each season.
We provide educational opportunities as they arise to interested employees, and maintain a wide collection of farming, gardening, permaculture, climate activism, and social justice books we're happy to lend.

We are especially interested in applicants that are excited to become a long-term employee, as the farm continues to grow. Long-term employees are eligible for competitive raises based on performance, responsibilities, and commitment. We are dedicated to sharing our knowledge and contributing to the education and growth of long-term employees, and will develop learning objectives over the winter months on a 1-on-1 basis with interested crew members.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Experience:

  • manual labor: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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