Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Mushroom Picker to join our agricultural team. This role involves harvesting high-quality mushrooms in a controlled farm environment, ensuring optimal crop yield and quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, physical stamina, and an interest in horticulture and farm operations. Prior experience with farm machinery or horticultural practices is a plus but not required, as training will be provided. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic agricultural setting with potential for skill development and growth.
Duties
- Responsible for the hand-harvesting of all mushrooms sold to our customers.
- Be physically fit; able to bend, reach, climb, push, stretch and crouch, lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be comfortable in farm environment (noise, smells, compost material, humidity, and dust)
- Harvesters must work from an elevated, secured platform to harvest mushrooms.
- Must be available to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Repetitive tasks
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding
- Manual dexterity
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
This position is ideal for individuals interested in sustainable farming practices, agricultural technology, or horticultural sciences. We welcome applicants eager to contribute to a productive farming environment while developing valuable skills in mushroom cultivation.
Pay: $17.60 per hour
Work Location: In person
