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Seasonal Farm Crew / 2025

JOB DESCRIPTION

Number of positions available: 1

Location: Troy, NY

We’re growing our crew this year! We are seeking someone who wants to learn and engage with the ins and outs of running a vegetable farm and work alongside us and our existing crew for the 2025 season and hopefully beyond. Our farm is entirely hand tended, which means we rely on our bodies a lot, and the work we do is often repetitive and strenuous. Previous experience working on vegetable farms for full seasons is strongly preferred. Our farm is very small and we hope to work closely with folks who wants to collaborate, communicate and have fun growing food for the community.

PRIMARY TASKS

Planting, spreading compost, harvesting crops, packing CSA boxes, fulfilling orders, weeding, trellising, washing bins, greenhouse seeding, weed whacking, clearing brush, washing produce, assisting in building farm infrastructure/equipment, delivering produce locally and more.

EXPERIENCE

  • At least one year vegetable farming experience strongly preferred but not required

  • Experience in restaurant kitchen, construction, landscaping, carpentry or other fast-paced, physically rigorous work environments also considered

QUALITIES WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Ability to simultaneously work quickly while maintaining attention to detail

  • High personal standard of work

  • Ability to take initiative and work alone on tasks but can also take direction and work in a group

  • Enjoys repetitive tasks and hard work

  • Openness to working in variable and sometimes unpleasant weather conditions

  • Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and bend over and crouch throughout the day

  • Valid drivers license and access to reliable transportation

  • Seeks a career in farming, and has an interest in vegetables and food

  • Enjoys starting work on the farm early in the morning to beat the heat

WORK SCHEDULE

This is a seasonal position for the 2025 season, and work days and hours fluctuate depending on the time of year. 20-35 hours +- per week depending on the time of year. Work begins in April to end of November (flexible start date). We ask for a full season commitment. First four weeks will be a trial period followed by a review to see if you’re a good fit for the farm and the farm is a good fit for you!

COMPENSATION

  • Wages start at $18+/hr depending on experience, with subsequent raise if continuing into the 2026 season.

  • Veggies and flowers to take home each week after we finish harvests

  • One week long paid vacation between summer and fall season

  • Paid sick leave following month long trial period

  • Workers compensation, unemployment, disability and paid family leave insurance

HOW TO APPLY

Please email the following to info@edibleuprisingfarm.com

  1. A resume of work experience, including two professional references

  2. Cover letter explaining your motivation for the position, insights into who your are and your short and long term ambitions

  3. Application deadline: Rolling applications, get your resume in ASAP

Seasonal Delivery Driver / 2025

JOB DESCRIPTION

Number of positions available: 1

Location: Troy, NY

Join our small vegetable farm as a delivery driver! We’re looking for a reliable and friendly individual to help deliver fresh, locally grown produce to customers in Troy, NY. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting local agriculture and enjoys being on the road.

PRIMARY TASKS

  • Safely and efficiently deliver produce to customers and businesses in and around Troy, NY.

  • Load and unload produce at delivery locations with care to ensure quality.

  • Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including any customer notes or feedback.

  • Provide excellent customer service by representing our farm professionally.

  • Inspect the delivery vehicle for maintenance or safety concerns and report them as necessary.

EXPERIENCE

  • Prior experience in delivery or driving jobs is a plus but not required.

  • Familiarity with Troy, NY, and surrounding areas is beneficial.

  • Ability to drive and safely operate a delivery vehicle.

  • Clean driving record and valid driver’s license required.

QUALITIES WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Punctual and dependable.

  • Friendly and customer-oriented demeanor.

  • Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds (produce boxes, crates).

  • Organized and attentive to detail, ensuring all orders are accurate.

  • Passionate about local food and sustainable farming is a bonus!

WORK SCHEDULE

  • Seasonal, part time position: Mid May-End of November

  • Wednesdays and Saturdays, approximately 6-8 hours per day. Potential for more hours to assist with packing CSA boxes and other farm work if interested.

  • Start and end times may vary based on delivery route and time of season.

COMPENSATION

  • Starting at $18+/hour

  • Veggies from the farm to bring home

  • Workers compensation, unemployment, disability and paid family leave insurance

HOW TO APPLY

Please email the following to info@edibleuprisingfarm.com

  1. A resume of work experience, including two professional references

  2. Cover letter explaining your motivation for the position, insights into who your are and your short and long term ambitions

  3. Application deadline: Rolling applications, get your application in ASAP