Since 2005, JBG Organic has grown from its start in a 30 x 50 foot backyard garden in Austin to a thriving 200 acre certified organic vegetable farm located in Garfield, Texas 10 miles east of Austin.  Year-round we grow more than 300 different varieties of vegetables, herbs, fruit and flowers. JBG Organic provides fresh organic produce to CSA members, farmers markets, restaurants and various grocers throughout Texas.

JBG – Tomato Harvest Courier

We are now hiring a dependable and hardworking individual to join our 2015 team. This job is perfect for individuals interested in beginning a career in organic agriculture.

Position Summary: The Tomato Harvest Courier will work closely with the Harvest Manager and Farm Administrator to ensure that all tomato harvests are received and delivered in a timely manner.  All farm employees are expected to be courteous, demonstrate a strong work ethic and attention to detail. We take pride on the farm in producing the highest quality vegetables through quality work.

Responsibilities

• Load harvested tomatoes from the field and deliver to the washing crew for processing
• Drive delivery trucks as scheduled with the Farm Administrator
• Assist the Farm Courier with deliveries and drop-offs between locations

 

Qualifications

• Ability and experience driving a variety of vehicles, including large trucks, and manual or automatic transmission (CDL not required, but preferred)
• Valid TX driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Experience using a forklift and a pallet jack
• Able to work flexible hours during weekdays
• Self-directed and independent worker
• An interest in agriculture and promotion of local and organic farming highly preferred

 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to repeatedly lift 60 pounds and mobility to ascend and descend the rear end of a box truck up to four feet.
• Ability to load trucks in a timely manner to ensure earliest delivery possible
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation is dependent upon experience. Paid bi-weekly.
• Permanent employees are eligible for Individual Health Plan benefits

Starting Date:  ASAP - Can start immediately.

 

To Apply, please email resume with references to jobs@jbgorganic.com

JBG Organic provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.  The duties listed above are general and not an exhaustive list of tasks performed on the farm. We are committed to training, developing, and promoting from within the company based on performance.