Job Position: Installation Team Member
Temporary Job Offer: MicroHabitat Installation Team
Are you looking to work for a company with values in the right place that helps build more sustainable cities and communities?
MicroHabitat is looking for someone to join the MicroHabitat Installation Team with ambition, leadership, and a passion for agriculture.
Introduction:
At MicroHabitat, we implement urban agriculture to improve urban environments, enhance the quality of life for city dwellers, and foster a better understanding of environmental issues. We install rooftop and ground-level gardens for businesses, institutions, and schools to reconnect people with nature and their food sources.
What's in it for you?
- A fulfilling job where you'll enjoy working outdoors in the summer and grow in unique locations.
- A team-oriented environment that encourages initiative and leadership.
- Social events such as happy hours to celebrate the end of the contract.
- Fun team activities with colleagues—because MicroHabitat is a big family!
- Work alongside passionate colleagues.
- Contribute to change and sustainability for a better society by being part of the world's largest urban farm network.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
At MicroHabitat, we believe the unique personality, skills, background, and origin of each team member are essential to achieving our goal: connecting people to the nature around them through urban agriculture. Serving diverse cities is a privilege, and we aim to build a team reflecting these unique spaces. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and commit to creating an inclusive environment—recognizing it's an ongoing process.
Job Description:
Under the supervision of the Urban Farming Coordinator, the installation team members facilitate the implementation of urban agriculture projects in their region.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities:
Horticultural Management:
- Transport materials and plants to production zones.
- Open garden spaces with the MicroHabitat team during the installation period.
- Ensure cleanliness is maintained during installations.
- Perform related tasks like watering, tomato plant trellising, installing support systems, and irrigation systems.
Representation and Administration:
- Represent the company as part of the installation team.
- Carry out tasks related to setting up production areas.
- Follow and maintain safety protocols for MicroHabitat's agricultural operations.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
For this position, candidates must be willing to perform the following tasks:
- Physical work, including heavy lifting.
- Work outdoors in warm environments.
- Operate in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
- Work long hours and get their hands dirty.
Candidates Must:
- Be in good physical shape.
- Have access to a personal vehicle or reliable transportation.
- Own a functional cellphone.
- Have an interest in agriculture or gardening.
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary: $20CHF /hour.
- Workdays vary between 4 to 8 hours/day (09.00 AM – 5:00 PM).
- 30-minute paid lunch per day.
