Interested in working with us? Check out the full-time and part-time positions below!
To apply for any of these positions please send an email to [ LakeDivideFarm at gmail dot com ] including a letter of interest, two references, and your resume. Include the position that you are applying for in the subject line.
Who we are and what our goals are:
At Lake Divide Farm, we believe in:
Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
We are building an elite team of farmers that share our vision. Our overall goal is to fill year round, long-term positions with people that share our vision and want to take a responsible role in building Lake Divide Farm. We like to work hard, be effective, and have a lot of fun. If you want to work as a team to build a farm that is environmentally and socially sustainable and can support its farmers year round without running them into the ground, any of these jobs could be for you.
Good for the Earth, Good for the Farmers, Good for the People. The Trifecta of sustainability. Good for the earth: Taking care of the natural world is important, after all, it takes care of us; Good for the farmer: We believe farmers should have livable hours and livable wages; Good for the people: We believe in food equality and bringing our produce to market at an affordable price and keeping it accessible is important to us.
We are building an elite team of farmers that share our vision. Our overall goal is to fill year round, long-term positions with people that share our vision and want to take a responsible role in building Lake Divide Farm. We like to work hard, be effective, and have a lot of fun. If you want to work as a team to build a farm that is environmentally and socially sustainable and can support its farmers year round without running them into the ground, any of these jobs could be for you.
Farm Crew: Full-time, 3 positions, $12/hour
If you have an interest in organic vegetable production, enjoy a challenge, and are physically able to work long hours outdoor, consider applying. Experience working on a mixed vegetable farm is desirable.
The position starts April 2020 and runs until the Tuesday before Thanksgiving in November 2020. There is the opportunity to stay on for folks that show a long term interest and aptitude for growing vegetables.
The position is 5 days per week and about 40-45 hours per week, although hours will vary through the season.
This position offers the opportunity to take part in all farm tasks including but not limited to farm planning, greenhouse work, transplanting, fieldwork, and harvesting.
Pay: $12.00/hour with potential for performance based raises throughout the season. Produce included.
Minimum qualifications include:
This is an excellent opportunity for someone considering farming as a career because it offers involvement and discussion of all aspects of the business as well as a chance to experience the cadence of the growing season. Crew members will frequently work directly with the farm owner/operators Helen and Jim, as well as experienced crew members, will have access to all educational materials in our library.
The position starts April 2020 and runs until the Tuesday before Thanksgiving in November 2020. There is the opportunity to stay on for folks that show a long term interest and aptitude for growing vegetables.
The position is 5 days per week and about 40-45 hours per week, although hours will vary through the season.
This position offers the opportunity to take part in all farm tasks including but not limited to farm planning, greenhouse work, transplanting, fieldwork, and harvesting.
Pay: $12.00/hour with potential for performance based raises throughout the season. Produce included.
Minimum qualifications include:
- Ability to lift 50 lbs comfortably and consistently
- Ability to work long hours on your feet, crouched, kneeling, bent, and stretched
- Enjoy working outside
- Ability to work in all weather conditions- mud, sleet, snow, rain, blistering heat!
- Pride in work
- Attention to detail
- Enjoy working quickly
- Ability to follow safety practices
- Ability to work independently and on a team
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions and ask clear questions
- Interest in commercial organic vegetable production
- Willingness to learn
This is an excellent opportunity for someone considering farming as a career because it offers involvement and discussion of all aspects of the business as well as a chance to experience the cadence of the growing season. Crew members will frequently work directly with the farm owner/operators Helen and Jim, as well as experienced crew members, will have access to all educational materials in our library.
Weeder-harvester: Part-time, 3 positions, $11/hour
We have 3 part-time position for the 2020 season!
Skills Desired:
Crew members should enjoy working in a fast paced environment, have an upbeat attitude and strong work ethic, as well as an interest in sustainable farming, enjoy learning, and be physically able to work long hours outdoor. Experience with farm work or other types of outdoor work is desirable but not required.
Minimum qualifications:
- 3 days per week, 20-30 hours/week, from the beginning of May through end of October.
- Preferred hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm, with an hour lunch. Days and times could be flexible for the right candidate.
- We will consider candidates that can stay through August but have preference for those that can commit to the full length of the position.
Skills Desired:
Crew members should enjoy working in a fast paced environment, have an upbeat attitude and strong work ethic, as well as an interest in sustainable farming, enjoy learning, and be physically able to work long hours outdoor. Experience with farm work or other types of outdoor work is desirable but not required.
Minimum qualifications:
- Ability to lift 50 lbs comfortably and consistently
- Ability to work long hours on your feet, crouched, kneeling, bent, and stretched
- Enjoy working outside
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Pride in work
- Attention to detail
- Enjoy working quickly
- Ability to follow safety practices
- Ability to work independently and on a team
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions and ask clear questions
- Interest in commercial organic vegetable production
- Willingness to learn
Want to volunteer?
There is always a lot to do and a lot to learn. If you are interested in coming out to weed, plant, seed, harvest, take pictures for the website, or anything else we might happen to be up to, please email us at farmers@lakedividefarm.com
Workshares!
Lake Divide Farm is accepting workshares for 2020! If you're interested in getting connected with your food and saving some money on your produce than a workshare opportunity might be right for you. We have farmers market workshare positions available at the Ann Arbor Market and the Royal Oak Farmers' market.
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