Employment Opportunities

Common Thread CSA is a 17-acre vegetable farm in Central New York that grows mixed vegetables using sustainable methods for on farm and delivered CSA, and some wholesale. We are a family farm with two farmer/owners each with over 20 years of experience growing vegetables for CSA. We prioritize soil health, using a permanent raised bed tillage system and planting about half the farm to cover crops. We work to make our food accessible to all by running a sponsored share program and donating food to local soup kitchens and food pantries. We work to build a positive and safe workplace and welcome diversity of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, family status and religion.

Field Crew Positions

Field crew members help with greenhouse, harvest, transplanting, packing, and general field work. We look for positive team members who enjoy working outside; are detail oriented; enjoy the athletic challenge of fast paced physical labor; and find joy and meaning in growing healthy food for their local community.  We are looking for crew members with at least 3 months experience on a vegetable farm and excellent references from past supervisors.

Farm Management Positions

We seek farm team members who have at least two seasons of prior experience on vegetable farm(s) similar to our scale, have good communication skills, enjoy working as part of a team, and are excited to help produce healthy veggies for local communities.  While the job descriptions below lay out primary responsibilities, all positions require flexibility in responding to the needs of the farm and all on farm management positions will provide crew leadership for other tasks as time allows.  Applicants who are interested in these positions, but who have less than the required experience are encouraged to start as farm apprentices as a stepping stone to a management position. If applicants have a good amount of experience but can’t commit the time needed for a management position, they are encouraged to apply for field crew where they can have a more flexible schedule but we will consider their prior experience when setting their pay rate and assignments.

  • Harvest Manager: Position filled for 2024. The harvest manager is responsible for leading and supervising the crew during harvest and post-harvest operations. The position works closely with the farm and CSA manager (Wendy) and the wash station manager to ensure that the farm’s produce harvest goals are completed. This includes correct quantity, quality, and post-harvest handling on all produce until it is delivered to the wash station; training the crew in best harvesting and handling methods; and maintaining a positive and safe work environment.
  • Wash and Pack Manager: Position filled for 2024. The wash and pack manager is responsible for processing and recordkeeping for all produce after harvest and supervising crew members when they assist in wash and pack. They work closely with the farm and CSA manager (Wendy) and the harvest manager to ensure that the wash and pack goals are completed. This includes correct quantity, quality, and post-harvest handling on all produce after it is delivered to the wash station; training the crew in best (harvesting and) handling methods; and maintaining a positive and safe work environment.
  • Greenhouse Manager: Position filled for 2024. The greenhouse manager is responsible for greenhouse and hoop house care 6 days/week March-August, supported by the farm managers. This can be a part time, seasonal position or full time paired with other responsibilities such as assistant harvest manager or wash and pack manager.
  • Assistant Harvest Manager: Position filled for 2024. The assistant harvest manager works with the harvest manager and the farm and CSA manager to lead and supervise the crew during harvest and help to complete harvest goals. This position can be paired with other responsibilities such as greenhouse manager, tractor work, and/or leading the crew on non-harvest days.
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