Farmhand (Full-time)

Soladox Botanicals is a farming and processing operation that grows herbs for medicinal uses. Farmhand role fills “duties as needed” position on farm and helps wherever is needed… duties may require working as a team or independently to complete projects.  Prior experience with agriculture or farming equipment is preferred but not required.

This is a year-round position.

Work Schedule:

●    40-50 hour work weeks / 5 days a week. 7:30am-3:30pm.      

●   May require a non-traditional schedule with weekend shifts.       

●    May require longer days with OT if we are harvesting or planting. 

Wage & Benefits:

●      $19/hr with OT

Reports To:

●      Farm Production Manager (Eric)

Responsibilities:

●  Assist with seeding/planting in greenhouses or fields

●  Assist weeding and fieldwork 

●  Driving tractors or farm equipment as needed

●  Assist with harvesting and drying herbs

●  Assist with equipment or vehicle maintenance

●  Assist with processing and milling of dried product as needed

●      Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization of operation

Ideal Candidate will:

●  Have the ability to think on feet in a farming context (anticipate next steps, ability to prioritize and problem solve) 

●      Have great attention to detail

●  Show a learning attitude and willingness to contribute as part of a team

●  Love getting their hands dirty

Job Requirements:

●  Must be able to be on your feet in varied weather for extended periods of time

●      Must be able to lift 50 lbs comfortably

●      Must have valid drivers license and reliable transportation

●      Must be legally eligible to work in the US (E-Verify) 

●      Must be able to pass a background check 

To apply for this position please email us at l.powers@aldenhills.com a resume with a cover letter. Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered.