Market Garden Field Assistant: Full-Time (or) Part-Time (Seasonal)
Company: Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, Inc.
Location: Harrisonburg
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: VMRC strives to
live and work as a community. Our mission is to create a welcoming
and inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of
Harrisonburg/Rockingham County in race, ethnicity, and cultural
demographics. We are committed to maintaining a culture that
embraces and values the views and opinions of "all" people
regardless of race, color, ethnicity, and gender. Our commitment to
achieving this goal will help to bring our mission and values to
life. This position is responsible for assisting with all areas of
production at The Farm at Willow Run from seed to delivery.
Responsibilities include: seeding, transplanting, weeding,
mulching, trellising, pest and disease management as well as
harvesting, washing, post-harvest management, and packing and
delivery of produce. Assists with the maintenance of farm fields,
the grounds around farm buildings, market garden recordkeeping, and
provides direction and guidance to volunteers/interns. Based upon
previous experience and qualifications, the starting base rate of
pay is $15.00 - $17.79 Work Schedule: 6 Month Seasonal Position -
Full-Time (or) Part-Time starting April 1st 7:00am - 3:00pm,
Monday-Friday (hours may vary based upon weather and position's
responsibilities) 75-80 hours per pay period (every 2 weeks)
Eligible for benefits on date of hire Requirements: As a condition
for employment, VMRC requires all employees to be fully vaccinated
for COVID-19. If selected for a pending job offer, the candidate
will be required to receive the COVID-19 vaccination(s) or provide
proof of prior COVID-19 vaccination(s) before the date of hire.
VMRC is a drug-free community - we have and will continue to comply
with all federal and state laws. If selected for a pending job
offer, the candidate will be required to satisfactorily pass a
background check and drug screen during the pre-employment
screening process. High school diploma or equivalent specialty
coursework, with 1-2 years of farming experience preferred. Must
possess a current Virginia driver’s license with a clean driving
record. Ability to lift 50 lbs, perform strenuous physical tasks,
and work in all types of weather. Experience with and passion for
small-scale, low-input, sustainable vegetable production preferred
Strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and strong work
ethic. Fast learner with the ability to work quickly and carefully
in a safe manner, and motivate others to do the same. Ability to
work independently and collaboratively with the ability to
anticipate operation needs and take initiative. A. Essential
Functions 1. Seeds, transplants, removes weeds, and mulches all
areas of the Market Garden. 2. Trellises crops as needed. 3.
Performs necessary pest and disease management to ensure optimum
harvest yields. 4. Actively participates in the harvesting of crops
to include washing, post-harvest management and packaging and
delivery of produce. 5. Assists with directing and guiding the
activities of volunteers/interns. 6. Assists with the maintenance
of farm fields and grounds around the farm buildings. 7. Assists
with Market Garden recordkeeping. 8. Effectively communicates all
challenges, issues and concerns to immediate supervisor.
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