Wicked Tulips Flower Farm is hiring experienced farm hands for 2 different positions to help us with planting 1.5 million tulips this fall!
- Farm Equipment Operator
- General Farm Laborer
Positions are needed from early September into December. 4 positions are available - 2 farm equipment operators and 2 general farm laborers. Year round full time position available for the right candidate.
If you like tractor work and don’t mind other farm labor, have a strong work ethic, are self-motivated, and able to work without supervision, you are a perfect candidate to join our team.
Summary of our farm
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We maintain 60+ acres of farmland with cover crops.
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We grow +/- 15 acres tulips and have plans for expanding into other flowers.
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We have 3 locations: Exeter RI, Johnston RI & Preston CT.
Requirements for Farm Equipment Operator:
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Experience with driving large 80+hp farm tractor
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Experience with heavy farm equipment
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Ability to lift 50+ pounds
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Willing to do general farm labor
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Willing to learn activities include plowing, harrowing, cultivating, stone digging, planting, seeding, mowing, harvesting.
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Have a strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and be able to work without supervision.
Requirements for General Farm Labor:
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and willing to do some farm fitness. Our team is moving close to 100,000 pounds of bulbs in the hopper of the planter!
- Willing to do general farm labor
- Have a strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and be able to work without supervision.
What we offer:
Farm Equipment Operator starting rate $23/hr. Negotiable depending upon experience.
General Farm Labor starting rate $17/hr
We do our best to create a fun and enjoyable work atmosphere at the farm. We care about you & your development. We are willing to invest time and money to develop your skills.
Application can be found at: Employment & Volunteering – Wicked Tulips Flower Farm
If you have any questions please email [email protected]