CSA Distribution Worker

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is Massachusetts’ premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website, www.thetrustees.org.

Posting Information:

Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 

Hours per week: 18 

Job Classification: Seasonal, Nonexempt 

Job Type: Onsite 

Duration: June 1 - October 31 

Schedule: Part-time seasonal, starting in June for 20 weeks. Available shifts are Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00pm to 7:00pm and Saturdays 8:00am to 2:00pm. Candidates able to work all shifts are preferred, and all applicants must be willing to commit to a consistent schedule (e.g. working every Tuesday and Thursday for the entire season) 

Location: Powisset Farm, Dover, MA 

What You’ll Do:

Your Impact:

If you are looking to embrace the hard work of working on a farm and connecting the community to locally grown food, the role of Powisset Farm CSA Distribution Worker might be a great fit for you! 

Powisset Farm is located on ancestral and unceded lands of the Wampanoag, Nipmuc, and Massachusetts peoples, and has a long history of agricultural enterprises, from its First Peoples to Amelia Peabody’s legendary farm, famous for its breed stock of Hereford cattle and Yorkshire pigs.  

Today, our farm is better known for its CSA (community supported agriculture) operation. By purchasing a share at Powisset Farm, CSA members help to create community around our farm and their commitment to locally grown produce. They receive vegetables each week throughout the growing season, and harvest pick-your-own crops as well. The vegetable operation at Powisset supplies an on-site farm stand, a Mobile Market program, an on-farm commercial kitchen, and wholesale accounts.  We are committed to growing our community by connecting people to food and the land on which it grows.   

The Role:

As the CSA Distribution Worker, you will work with a small team to oversee all aspects of the on-farm CSA distribution and help maintain a welcoming and enjoyable experience for the shareholders. Your responsibilities will include setting up the CSA distribution, stocking produce, and engaging CSA members during distribution.

To be successful in the role, the Distribution Worker will enjoy working with a wide range of people, be able to work both alone and as part of a small farm crew, and embrace the physical demands of farming. 

Specifically, you’ll:

• Work to create a welcoming and positive CSA distribution experience for the farm team
• Set up and break down CSA distribution 

• Keep CSA distribution area clean, organized and well-stocked  
• Welcome and engage CSA members during distribution
• Maintain food safety compliance in CSA distribution

This is a limited term, nonexempt, position working 20 hours per week reporting directly to The Field Crop Manager.    

Requirements

What You’ll Need:

Skills and Experience: 

• Some farm experience is preferred, but not necessary 

• Ability to perform some strenuous physical tasks including repeatedly lifting 50lbs

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment  

Eligibility Criteria:

• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment
• A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees’ driving policy
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check

Don’t quite have all the skills and experience listed above? We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team