Seasonal Assistant Job at GetBlok.io in Aliquippa

Job Description

As a Seasonal Assistant, your role is to assist our daily operations as needed in support of surge and seasonal demands. This may entail crop cultivation and care in our Totally Controlled Environment (TCA) farm, as well as maintenance activities in support of crop operations. Flexibility of duties is critical, as our operations is dynamic in support of our customer base. The right candidate is dynamic and able to handle different duties through the day/week.

We are seeking enthusiastic candidates who have exceptional attitude, and a relentless aptitude for learning new things. At GetBlok Farms, We Grow Differently - We Grow Greatness is our motto for everything we do in the pursuit of ultra-premium produce.

This position is primarily for Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesdays supporting:

• Harvesting specific crops in preparation for same-day harvest and delivery.
• Performing maintenance duties for our farm equipment, which includes but not limited to:
  • Separating farm grow media panels
  • Sorting and preparing farm grow media for cleaning
  • Power washing grow panels
  • Re-assembling clean grow panels and media
• Preparing and packaging orders for deliveries.
• General assistance of farm activities both at farm and off farm at our headquarters.

Qualifications

This position is entry level, but experience with farming and controlled environment agriculture is desired. Although entry level, we expect each and every employee to comply with the following requirements:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized protocols.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically active setting.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and cultivation methods.
• Good communication skills and ability to address workflow issues with management.
• Adopt and comply with all food safety requirements, including USDA Harmonized GAP+ standards.
• Consistently follow PPE requirements for food and chemical safety.
• Maintain personal hygiene and adhere to farm sanitation practices to prevent contamination.
• Operate system machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to work unsupervised for short periods of time.
• Ability to read and follow standard operating procedures.
• Willingness to raise issues with supervisors and management.
• Reliable transportation to/from work.

Additional Information

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Reliable and consistent attendance.
• Agility and the ability to change tasks as needed based on the needs of the system.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. intermittently.
• Able to work effectively in a range of temperatures (warm clothing provided when needed).
• A personality that helps foster an enjoyable and productive work environment.

Performance Metrics & Evaluation

• Accuracy and consistency in executing crop care activities.
• Compliance with food safety, sanitation, and maintenance protocols.
• Timely completion of tasks as assigned.

Compensation

$25-$25