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2025 Farm Crew Positions

Applications are open until FEB 10.

We are seeking motivated individuals with a strong interest in small-scale vegetable farming, whether as a current career path or a future one. Ideal candidates are passionate about growing exceptional food, working hard, and finding fulfillment in the process. This role requires physical stamina, determination, and a willingness to spend full days on your feet, engaging in hands-on work in all weather conditions—whether it’s sunny, hot, rainy, or cold.

Successful candidates must handle repetitive tasks with ease, work quickly and efficiently, and maintain attention to detail. Strong communication skills, the ability to follow instructions, and openness to feedback are essential. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality local food to the community while embracing the challenges and joys of farm life.

Our team values hard work paired with a sense of humor. While farming is physically demanding, it is also deeply rewarding, and often fun.

  • Part time: ~3 days/week; 24 hours/week.

  • ~8 Hour days with payed 30 minute lunch break.

  • Mid-April through early November.

  • Seasonal Variation: While we normally start the day around 8am, start times are daylight and temperature dependent. In the spring and late fall we may start at 8 or 9 am, while in peak summer we may shift to a 7 or 7:30am start time. Changes will be communicated on a weekly basis.

  • Pay is DOE, starting at $15/hour.

  • Unlimited vegetables and flowers.

As a member of our seasonal crew, you will play a vital role in our farm team throughout the growing season. The majority of your work will involve harvesting vegetables and/or flowers, including picking, washing, and packing a variety of seasonal crops each week. Maintaining high standards for quality and cleanliness in our produce is a top priority, and you will be instrumental in upholding these standards every day. The work is fast-paced and requires precision—using sharp knives and handling large quantities of vegetables daily. It’s challenging yet rewarding work and a skill you will develop over time.

In addition to harvest duties, you will assist with fieldwork, such as planting, weeding, and crop maintenance. While early and late seasons involve more fieldwork, the peak season is primarily focused on harvesting. We rely on you to be available for the entirety of the season and to minimize time-off requests, as your contributions are essential to the success of the farm.

Qualifications

  • Experience

    • Farming experience (vegetable and/or flower) is preferred but not required.

  • Availability

    • Must be available for the full season (mid-April through early November).

    • Ability to commit to consistent attendance with minimal time-off requests.

  • Physical Requirements

    • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds safely and repeatedly.

    • Comfortable with bending, kneeling, and frequent movement while harvesting crops.

    • Capability to stay on your feet for extended periods.

    • Willingness to work in all weather conditions with a positive attitude.

  • Work Ethic and Skills

    • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions.

    • Receptive to feedback and eager to ask thoughtful questions.

    • Ability to focus on repetitive tasks with precision and maintain engagement.

    • Approach tasks with a mindset focused on learning and improving skills.

  • Mindset and Attitude

    • Sense of urgency to complete long task lists efficiently.

    • Flexibility to tackle any task with enthusiasm and a sense of humor.

    • Hustle, focus, and passion for the work.

  • Logistics

    • Reliable transportation to and from the farm.

Duties

Farm crew members will participate in a variety of essential tasks, including but not limited to:

  • Produce Harvesting

    • Harvesting vegetables 2–4 days per week.

    • Tasks include picking, washing, and packing produce for various outlets such as the Durango Farmers Market, our weekly CSA program, and wholesale orders.

  • Washing and Packing Produce

    • Ensuring all harvested vegetables are clean, properly packed, and meet high quality standards.

    • Associated responsibilities include wash station cleaning and preparation, maintaining food safety and quality standards, and end-of-day cleanup.

  • Bed Preparation and Maintenance

    • Preparing and maintaining planting beds, including tasks such as spreading compost, broadforking, and pulling old crops.

  • Planting

    • Hand transplanting and other planting tasks to establish crops in the field.

  • Cultivation

    • Engaging in crop maintenance activities like trellising, weeding, and other field chores to support healthy plant growth.

  • Farmers Market

    • Assisting with setup, sales, and breakdown at the weekly Durango Farmers Market.

    Interested?

    Please email your cover letter, resume, and references to longtabledurango@gmail.com.