Farm Hand

**Job Summary**
Island View Farm is hiring a Farm Crew Member for the 2025 season We're a one-acre regenerative market garden in Central Saanich, growing vegetables, cut flowers, and medicinal herbs with a focus on sustainability, community, and good vibes. We’re part of a growing agrotourism destination that includes the Island View Mini Golf course, a new cider orchard in development, and exciting plans for public events and educational programming.

This role is ideal for someone who loves working outdoors, getting their hands in the soil, and being part of something that’s still growing (literally and figuratively). You’ll help with everything from planting and harvesting to farm upkeep and occasional event support.

**What You’ll Do**
- Assist with all areas of crop production: bed prep, seeding, transplanting, weeding, harvesting, and post-harvest handling
- Irrigate and care for crops to ensure healthy growth
- Help maintain farm infrastructure and equipment
- Use hand tools and small-scale equipment (training provided)
- Support occasional farm events, workshops, and community gatherings
- Keep workspaces tidy, safe, and running smoothly
- Work outside in all weather and lift 40-50 lbs as needed

**Who You Are**
- Reliable, adaptable, and excited about growing food in a thoughtful way
- Able to work outdoors for extended periods and do physically demanding tasks
- Comfortable using hand tools and open to learning small machinery (BCS, etc.)
- Passionate about sustainability, community, and regenerative farming (experience in a regenerative setting is a plus but not required)
- Have a valid Class 5 or N driver’s license and reliable transportation to the farm (public transit is fine if it gets you here reliably and on time)
- Comfortable with flexible scheduling and open communication—work hours will be discussed and adjusted regularly based on farm needs and your availability

**Job Details**
- Seasonal, part-time position**:May to August 2025**:

- Up to 30 hours/week
- $18.50/hour
- Flexible schedule, some weekend/evening work for events
- Perks include fresh produce, flowers, and free mini golf

The Government of Canada funded this job through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Learn more about the program.
- Be aged between **15 and 30 years old** on the start date of the job;
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
- Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.

**International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 16 weeks

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-04-28
Expected start date: 2025-05-01