Field Staff, crop production – Sik-E-Dakh Farm School

15 hours ago

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here—students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC's Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU's people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning. Join us today and transform your future

Competition ID:

4425

Internal Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

External Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

# of Openings:

1

  • Salary Information:

Casual Employee - Hourly Rate

Employment Type:

Temporary Part Time

Workplace Type:

On-Site

Travel Frequency:

Employee Group:

Casual Employee

Days of Work (BCGEU):

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This role reports to Institute for Sustainable Food Systems Director - Kent Mullinix.

SUMMARY

The Field Staff – Sik-E-Dakh Farm School will assist in seasonal field work including harvesting, weeding, crop maintenance, and various other field tasks. This position requires someone who is a member of the Sik-E-Dakh band, passionate about regenerative agriculture, building local food systems, and food systems education.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performing all farm tasks including transplanting, harvesting, post processing, weeding and seeding
  • Provide mentorship to community members who participate in the Sik-E-Dakh Farm School in basic farm tasks

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1+ years farm experience
  • A keen interest in small-scale, regenerative agriculture
  • Strong communication skills
  • Physical ability to lift 45lbs repeatedly
  • Ability to work as a team
  • Ability to work outside in all weather
  • Valid First Aid Certificate an asset
  • Salary Information

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $23.69

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

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Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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