Application for Insect Farmer
Do you love bugs?

We love bugs. Not in a weird way. We believe bugs are the future and just might save the world, and we'd love for you to join our mission.

Ovipost designs automated, scalable insect farming systems. We have 35,000 square feet of indoor farming space where we grow superworms and banded crickets.

Ovipost is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We're hiring for a full-time position of 35-40 hours per week. Work starts by 8am and finish time can be anywhere from noon - 4pm depending on the day's tasks.

We are creative, inclusive, fast-paced and our goal is to grow the best insects with the best people.

Our work environment includes:

  • Casual work attire
  • On-the-job training
  • Cool bug facts
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Compensation: $13.00 per hour starting pay, with opportunity for advancement

Position: Full-time, Monday - Friday from 8 am - 4 pm

- Tasks involve feeding and watering insects, cleaning, harvesting and boxing orders, mowing the lawn, and other basic farm work
- We expect you to show up on time, work hard, and be interested in learning
- We notice when employees go above and beyond. We love giving raises and promotions when deserved

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Special Requirements/Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. following appropriate safety procedures
- Work in an upright standing position for long periods of time; be able to reach overhead; have full range of mobility in upper and lower body
- Be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time, climbing stairs, navigating the property/building quickly and easily as required to meet the job functions
- Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level
- Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g. heat, cold, wind, rain, humidity)
- Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands and fingers
- Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment occasionally to complete assigned job tasks
- Communicate, receive and exchange ideas

Other requirements:

- You must be legally able to work in the United States
- We are looking for a W2 employee. We do not pay under-the-table or in cash
- You must be at least 18 years old

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Other notes:

Those with allergies and/or existing respiratory conditions may be at greater risk of developing allergies to insects or having an adverse reaction to dusty conditions on the farm. Please be aware that this job is best suited for those who do not have insect allergies or difficulty breathing in hot, dusty environments.

Ovipost is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Working at the farm involves a lot of hard, manual labor. It's hot and uncomfortable. There's a lot of unglamorous work that needs to be done, such as taking out the trash, loading 50lb bags of feed into a trailer, or dumping a tractor full of bug poop. Are you down to work hard?
Note: We want to scare away those who can't hack it—this team works hard and we need everyone to execute at a high level. For those who appreciate a hard day of work on the farm, it's a great place to be. We have an awesome team culture where we support one another. We care about our team and accommodations and tool, setting, and process requests are taken seriously.
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