AGRIHOOD FARMER Position Available In Berkeley, South Carolina

Agrihood Farmer
CCMC / Carnes Crossroads
Date Posted February 20, 2025
Location Goose Creek, SC
Category Agriculture / Production
Job type Full-Time

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Carnes Crossroads is an agrihood community of more than 3,600 homes in Goose Creek, South Carolina. The farmers are hired by CCMC, the company that manages the HOA and Farm, and work in conjunction with Convivial Foodscapes, LLC. We pride ourselves in creating a positive, enjoyable work environment. This is a unique opportunity for you to be part of the agrihood community movement and a friendly, hardworking team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We grow 10 acres of organic vegetables and fruit that are distributed to residents through a retail Farm Share program. In addition to overseeing production, we also maintain a U-Pick Garden and Farm Store for residents.

Responsibilities:

Support Farm Director in all aspects of vegetable, fruit and herb production, including but not limited to seeding, planting, pest, disease and fertility management, field cultivation, irrigation planning, installation and repairs, harvesting and post harvest handling, record keeping, upholding product, food safety standards, etc.
Support Farm Share program
Maintain farm infrastructure and landscape with support from contracted vendors, including the cleanliness and orderliness of the Farm Store, barn and its surroundings.
Provide tours of the Farm Store and Farm
Provide friendly customer service both in person and by phone
Assist HOA team with events as needed

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Qualified candidates must be able to work in various weather conditions, stand for extended periods of time, and are required to repeatedly lift and move up to 50 lbs. This position also requires occasional evenings and weekend work 3-4 times a month. At least 1 year of organic vegetable production experience on a similar or larger scale
Timely and dependable
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Enthusiasm for local and sustainable agriculture
A problem solver with a focus on continuous improvement, who is always learning, open to feedback and takes action as required

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

Experience growing in the south east
Experience with farm equipment (operating a tractor, maintenance & repair)
Bilingual English/Spanish Why CCMC and the Carnes Crossroads HOA? If you’re seeking a new workplace home where engagement and purpose matter, CCMC may be the company for you. From our guiding principles to our company culture, we emphasize integrity, respect, service and community.
At CCMC, we build community by bringing people together in the neighborhoods where they live and in the offices where we work. Simply put, we create experiences that connect people.
CCMC team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and life insurance; company-matching 401k contributions; flexible spending accounts; paid vacation, holiday, medical and volunteer time; an employee assistance program, and professional education opportunities.

COMPENSATION

this position is: salaried, 50k-75k

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