Maple Tree Tapper, Farm Laborer

Job description

MAPLE TREE TAPPER, FARM LABORER.

Seasonal, full-time, job in a remote area of Vermont working on a maple syrup farm, performing duties related to harvesting maple sap. All tools and equipment necessary for the work will be provided by the farm owners.

Workers will tap maple trees, maintain the pipe network in the forest, untap the maple trees, clear brush, install, replace, maintain & remove tubing systems, evaluate the health of sugar maples for potential sap production, monitor sap flow level in tubing, pull taps at the end of the season, and clean equipment.

This is outdoor work performed in part during harsh winter temperatures and conditions and includes extensive walking and frequent stooping.