Apple Orchard Manager Position
We currently have an opening for a farm manager in our operation. We
are Ricker Hill Orchards, a family farm in Turner, Maine, started in
1803. Our apple orchards are located in seven towns in Maine's western
foot hills. We produce IPM and organic apples, high bush blue berries,
IPM cranberries, and other fruit and mixed vegetables to a much smaller
degree. We employ five orchard managers who each manage and maintain 50
to 120 acres of apples. The farm manager spends most of their time on
the same farm, pruning, mowing, spraying, and managing the harvest crew.
Decisions on chemical control for pest and disease management and
thinning are made by the owner. General farm workers are available when
extra labor is needed. Record keeping for each farm is done an
individual enterprise with expenses and income from the quality and
quantity of crop. Managers must be available to work when needed to
grow the crop to its top potential. There will be some flexibility on
work schedule. Occasionally the manager will work with our packing
operation, cranberry operation, or helping on one of the other manager's
farms, as needed. This position involves some excessive hours during
May/June and September/October. Our regular work week is Monday through
Friday, 7 am to 4:30 pm.
Base salary is between $27K and 35K, commensurate with
experience and education. Manager's share of profits from their farm is
10% up to $10,000. Benefits include a medical and retirement plan,
vehicle and clothing allowance. Housing may also be available.
Thank you for your interest,
Harry Ricker
cell 207-754-3455, email [EMAIL PROTECTED], www.rickerhill.com
