Garden Field Technician

NATURE OF WORK: This position assists with growing, harvesting, processing, and distributing vegetables, fruits, and herbs produced during the growing season at the Nisqually Community Garden.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Carry out day-to-day agricultural operations, including irrigation, greenhouse operations, pest and disease management, field cultivation, planting, weeding, and fertilizing. Assist with harvest and post-harvest handling & distribution for row crops, herbs, berries, medicinal plants, and orchards. Participate in garden outreach programs, such as youth activities, classes, events, and workshops. Operate program e quipment including hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment. Assist in maintaining safe, functional, and clean workspaces. Perform other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to learn gardening principles and gain knowledge of traditional plants, food and medicine. Knowledge of and sensitivity to Native American customs, traditions, and culture. Ability & willingness to do physically demanding work in difficult conditions for many hours at a time. Ability to operate small equipment/machinery and utilize basic carpentry tools. Ability to follow instructions and participate in constructive feedback. Ability to follow through and complete tasks. Ability to adhere to policies and procedures. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED OR a comparable amount of experience and/or education. Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed. Job Posted by ApplicantPro