Urban Farmer

about 3 years ago
Full time role
Vancouver, BC, CA... more
Vancouver, BC, CA... more

Job Description

Passionate to eat better, Infarm was founded in Berlin in 2013 by Osnat Michaeli and the brothers Erez and Guy Galonska. With the aim to share the goodness of own-grown produce with everyone, they developed a smart modular farming system, that allows distribution of farms throughout the urban environment, growing fresh produce in any available space and fulfilling any market demand. 

Today, with cutting edge R&D, patented technologies, and a leading multi-disciplinary team, Infarm is growing a global farming network helping cities become self-sufficient in their food production while significantly improving the safety, quality, and environmental footprint of our food. 

Be part of the Infarm (r)evolution and help people to take back ownership of their food. 

Who you are

As Urban Farmer, you are responsible for the full-cycle of the plants from seeding and propagation to preparation for the end consumer. You have a passion for plants and top-quality food. Moreover, having high attention to detail and being well organized are among your strongest skills. Responsible for plants during seeding and germination stages and for maintaining the nursery irrigation systems and trays by performing the following duties.  

You appreciate diversity. You love to be challenged. You are passionate.

Responsibilities

  • Perform efficient and precise seeding according to individual plant requirements
  • Follow the germination process and detect deficiencies in the seedlings’ health
  • Select, label, and prepare seedling kits for planting into our farms
  • Harvest, plant, and package infarm plants while ensuring the delivery of high standard produce to our clients with minimal food waste
  • Protect the health of our plants by applying basic plant protection measures and keeping the farms squeaky-clean
  • Report on harvest records and plant issues using our internal infarm app
  • Perform basic maintenance of farms when needed  
  • Follow detailed workflows and schedules
  • Ensure the safety of yourself and others by following Health and Safety legislation and guidelines

Requirements

  • A passion for plants, sustainability or nutrition
  • Strong attention to detail and a good eye and caring for cleanliness
  • Both confident and comfortable working alone as well as part of a team
  • Valid driver's license 

What we offer

  • The opportunity to join Infarm as we expand across the globe and help change the future of farming
  • A friendly work environment with a diverse group of motivated, talented, and visionary colleagues
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits fully paid medical, dental and vision for eligible employees
  • 19 days of accrued paid time off annually  plus an extra day off on your birthday plus holidays
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
  • Fresh herbs to take home

Infarm is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to grow an inclusive environment, where everyone can thrive, regardless of your background and circumstances. We nurture diversity because we appreciate the uniqueness and differences between people. Each employee’s distinctive experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints helps us build a resilient environment, where we can all learn, grow, and create great things together. All applicants are given equal opportunity regardless of age, gender identity or expression, language, disability, ethnic origin, national origin, religion, belief, culture, socio-economic status, or sexual orientation. 

To all recruitment agencies: Infarm does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias or Infarm employees. Infarm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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