The Namchak Retreat Ranch is located near the town of Hot Springs, Montana, on the Flathead Indian Reservation. Currently under construction, the ranch will host teachers and students coming together for retreats, learning, meditation, and practice in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Namchak is also home to several Permaculture systems and is dedicated to providing healthy organic produce for the guests of Namchak Retreat Ranch in a regenerative way.
Reports to: Permaculture Program Manager
Role Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Seasonal April 15 - Oct 31, 2025
Schedule: Monday - Friday (8 am to 4:30 pm)
Rate of Pay: $20 per hour
Location: 55615 Garcon Gulch Rd Hot Springs, Mt 59845
General Position Description:
The Permaculture Farm Hand will play a significant support role in the overall farming operation of the Namchak Retreat Ranch. The main goal of this position is to assist with the general upkeep of permaculture sites and complete general labor tasks. We are looking for a highly self-motivated individual willing to be flexible in weekly tasks to support all farming operations.
Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):
Assist in all aspects of the permaculture program
Assist in monitoring Permaculture sites
Communicate issues within the food forest to the Permaculture Program Manager.
Support the Permaculture Program Coordinator in the implementation of food forest systems
Seed saving, sorting, curing, and storage
General weeding and weed control monitoring
Assist in animal husbandry program
Install no-till vegetable beds
Perform pest management tasks
Compost tea fertilized prep and application
General mucking out of animal stalls
Compost collection
Fence maintenance
Watering new plantings
Installation of permaculture designs
Pruning
Mulching
Native and non-native plant propagation
Grafting
Harvesting
Qualifications (Preferred):
Heavy machinery operation (skid steers, excavators, tractors)
Comfortability pulling large trailers and towing loads
Prior experience with organic farming or permaculture
Knowledge of correct pruning methods for shrubs and trees
Knowledge of Montana’s invasive weeds
Able to lift 75+ lbs
1 year of experience in the horticulture field
Submit a Resume
If you would like to apply for this position, please send a resume to opportunities@namchak.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will be open until filled.
Full-time