Farm Assistant

Description

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a serene oasis? Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa, nestled in the captivating high desert, invites individuals like you like you to contribute to our commitment to exceptional guest experiences.

Why choose Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa? We're not just your average resort. Our luxurious and tranquil retreat offers a range of accommodations, including spacious rooms, suites, and casitas. Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa is known for its natural mineral springs, which have been attracting visitors for centuries due to their healing and rejuvenating properties. The resort offers a unique blend of relaxation, wellness, and natural beauty, making it a popular choice for those seeking a serene and rejuvenating getaway. 

What sets us apart? 

It's our dedication to quality, innovation, and teamwork. We provide competitive compensation and foster a positive work environment.

The position of Farm Assistant at Ojo Farm is a meaningful, rewarding, hands-on, roll up your sleeves, manual labor-intensive job where we are grateful for the opportunity to steward this sacred land, work outside in a beautiful river valley, and work hard with our bodies to produce good food for hungry people. 

Embrace the opportunity to contribute to a workplace that cherishes authenticity, diversity, excellence, gratitude, happiness, integrity, mindfulness, respect, and teamwork.

Join us in fulfilling our mission of providing genuinely gracious hospitality while stewarding and sharing sacred springs. Ojo Spa Resorts awaits your expertise and passion. 

• Assists in the growth, harvesting and packing of leafy vegetables and herbs.
• Inspects produce, and prepares produce, for bagging, and proper cleaning & sanitation methods.
• Assist with transplanting, and harvesting.
• Inspect and weigh produce; discard leaves as necessary; ensure no bugs, damaged leaves, tip burned leaves or leaved dropped on floor enter package.
• Monitors crop for pests or pathogens and reports to Farm Manager.
• Perform farm tasks safely and effectively.
• Assist with the fertilizing, planting, spraying, cultivating and harvesting of crops.
• Assist with maintaining and monitoring the quality of crop yields.
• Assist with diagnosing any crop problems (disease, insect, weeds, or soil problems)
• Assist with maintenance and repair of farm buildings, machinery and equipment.
• Maintain a knowledge of pests and diseases and an understanding of how they spread and how to treat them.
• Consistently models and integrates Core Values; accountability, authenticity, excellence, gratitude, happiness, integrity, mindfulness, respect and teamwork.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Reliable and highly motivated with a creative flair and lively personality
• Passionate commitment to the company vision
• Appreciation to principles of sustainable agriculture and food
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for a full 8 hour shift.
• Must be comfortable working in summer heat conditions.
• Must be able to work at a steady pace and must be detailed oriented.
• Prior experience in the natural and organic food industry a plus but not required.
• Previous farming background/experience, a MUST.
• Experience working with row crops a plus.
• Good communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work flexible schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to walk or stand for eight or more hours per day, sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, push, pull and lift items weighing 40-50 pounds.

Ojo Spa Resorts Discounts and Perks:

• Mission based company with values you can trust
• Medical, Dental, Vision, generous 401k (with employer match) after applicable waiting periods
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Time Off
• Ongoing training to build critical skills for current and future roles
• Numerous Growth & Developmental Opportunities
• Competitive Compensation
• Discounted Employee Lunch
• Free Lunch/Dinner on Thanksgiving & Christmas
• Employee Appreciation Lunches
• Above and Beyond Awards - Ojo Bucks
• Soak in the Springs for FREE (Monday - Thursday). Free to employee and one guest (over age 13)
• 40% off Spa Treatments (includes private pools and private Ojitos)
• 40% off at the Restaurants
• 20% off at the Gift Shops
• Discounted Lodging Rate