Land to Table Farm Assistant (Seasonal)

About the role

Seabird Island is seeking a Land to Table Farm Assistant to support day‑to‑day operations on the Tém:éxw li te Letam Farm during the peak growing season. The role is hands‑on, outdoor, and focused on crop production, field maintenance and community engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with planting, seeding, transplanting and preparing beds.
• Perform crop maintenance tasks such as weeding, watering, mulching, pruning, trellising and pest monitoring.
• Harvest vegetables, fruits or herbs, then wash, sort and pack produce.
• Support soil care through composting, soil amendments and basic field preparation.
• Set up, monitor and adjust irrigation systems and hand‑water crops as needed.
• Operate and maintain basic farm tools and small equipment safely.
• Maintain farm structures, fencing, pathways and storage areas.
• Assist with produce washing, labeling and organization for sale or storage.
• Participate in community relations activities supporting clients and the community.

Required profile

• Interest in agriculture, sustainability, food systems or outdoor work.
• Physical ability to lift 20‑40 lb, bend, kneel and work in varying weather conditions.
• Reliability, punctuality and ability to work independently or within a small team.
• Willingness to undergo a clear Criminal Record Check and adhere to Seabird Island Band values.
• No prior farm experience required – training will be provided.

Required skills

• Basic farm tool operation (hand tools, wheelbarrows, small equipment).
• Irrigation system setup and monitoring.
• Soil amendment preparation and composting.
• Harvesting, washing and packing of produce.