Seasonal Orchard Hand

About the role

Join Arbor Day Farm as a Seasonal Orchard Hand and help create meaningful guest experiences while advancing the Foundation’s mission right here in Nebraska City.

How We Work

• Location: Nebraska City, Nebraska – Arbor Day Farm Campus
• Schedule: Peak - Monday-Friday, 7:30AM - 4:00PM - Additional hours may be available
• Season: Mid-August through late October/early November

The campus is guest-centered and hospitality-driven. Many roles require flexibility to support weddings, conferences, seasonal festivals, and signature events. We work hard, support each other, and believe if we’re going to do something — it’s worth doing well.

What You’ll Do

• Spend your days in our orchards and grounds.
• Perform a variety of tasks, including, but not limited to, mowing, pruning, weeding, spraying, trimming, and harvesting in the orchards.
• Be a part of the apple processing.
• Take pride in learning and assisting with aspects of the apple sorting, cider pressing, and bottling process.
• Gain valuable work experience that sets you up for other opportunities on our property.

What You’ll Bring

• A strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Team-first attitude
• Commitment to safety and quality
• Commitment to high standards — because good enough is not good enough

Success Looks Like

• Fruit is harvested and handled with care
• Orchard areas remain clean and well-maintained
• Operations run safely and efficiently
• Team members feel supported and empowered
• You contribute to a culture rooted in kindness, collaboration, and excellence

Benefits & Perks

• We’re in this together. A culture focused on kindness, collaboration, and doing what’s right.
• We invest in your future. Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• We care about your mental health. Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• We will feed you. One complimentary meal per day.
• We’ll round out the experience. Property-wide events and experiences throughout the year.
• Exclusive perks. Free access to Tree Adventure, discounts on overnight stays, retail, and dining at Timbers and Porters, golf, and more.
• Pickup sick leave in accordance with Nebraska's Paid Sick Leave law.

How to Apply

We’re excited you’re considering growing your career with us at Arbor Day Farm. After you apply, we aim to follow up within one to two weeks via email from Paycom with the next steps. Our hiring process typically includes:

• A phone conversation with our Recruiter or People Team
• An in-person interview with the hiring manager
• Additional conversations depending on the role

The Arbor Day Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. The Arbor Day Foundation is committed to equal employment opportunities. We will not discriminate against Team Members or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm your authorization to work in the U.S.