Gathering Together Farm (GTF) in Philomath, Oregon is seeking a driver for our Saturday Beaverton Farmers Market. This person should reside in the Philomath/Corvallis area. Our market season at Beaverton runs May-November; additional on-farm work may be available on a seasonal basis, to build into a full time seasonal position.
This position is primarily responsible for safely delivering product to the market in good condition, while representing GTF in a positive, professional manner and providing great customer service at the market. Experience in retail, and with fresh produce is highly desired.
This Saturday shift is a long day - typically 13 hours, from approximately 4am to 5pm. Markets are a bustling, busy, but rewarding work environment. You will be working alongside a team of experienced coworkers who are passionate about good food, you will get to build great trading relationships with other vendors, receive paid breaks and lunch, and an abundance of organic produce for your household.
Responsibilities:
Operate a 24 ft. box truck in the city streets of Beaverton, both automatic and manual.
Delivering produce and market supplies to market in good condition
Unload produce and market supplies using safe ergonomics
Participate in working the market by assisting customers in selecting and purchasing produce
Load the remaining produce and all market supplies in truck
Securely transport market cash and supplies to GTF office
Beware of and follow specific Farmers Market’s policies
Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent.
The ability to lift 50 lb.
A valid Oregon Driver's License as well as a farm endorsement on your license (this can be obtained after hire with help from the farm).
Experienced ability to operate a 24 ft. box truck, both automatic and manual.
Additional knowledge of produce varieties preferred.
Competency Qualifications:
Customer Focus
Safe driving record
Effective Time Management
High Integrity and Trustworthiness
Timely/Quality Decision Making
Problem Solving
Great teamwork
Excellent Communication skillsVerbal and Written
Please email your application, resume, and cover letter, attaching them as separate documents, highlighting relevant experience to our Craigslist email with the words “Beaverton Farmers Market Driver” in the subject line. Email contact only please.