BrightBox Farms

It’s that time of year again and we are HIRING! We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking, and motivated individual who is passionate about food security to join our team as a Farm Tech. Hydroponics/farming experience not required but definitely a plus. The right candidate will be an independent worker, detail oriented, efficient, organized, able to follow instructions, think critically, solve problems and thrive with a weekly routine. This job is part time and approximately 26 hours a week. Must be available a minimum of all day Monday - Wednesday, and for a couple hours Thursday and Friday. Additional hours will be required periodically to assume extra duties while team members are out of town. Additional requirements: Finished high school with diploma or GED, at least 18, with a clean driving record and driver’s license. For more information about the position, including the full job description, please send an email inquiry to [email protected]. Feel free to include a cover letter and resume with references if you are interested in applying.

You read it right! BrightBox Farms is hiring a Farm Operations Technician starting mid-June to train with our outgoing gal and help us continue providing Kodiak with amazing fresh produce and value added products. This hourly position is 24-30 hours per week depending on season and pay ranges DOE $16-20/hr plus veggie perks!About us: BrightBox Farms is a family-owned controlled environment agriculture (CEA) farm in Kodiak, Alaska. We grow lettuce, salad mixes, herbs, microgreens, kale, chard, asian greens, pac choi and other greens using hydroponic methods to meet our community’s demand for fresh and reliable local produce. This isn’t just a business, it’s our mission! We take pride in the unique quality products we offer that make every meal delicious and nutritious. We are looking for an organized, enthusiastic, hardworking, and motivated intrapreneur who loves good food and community to join our team as we work together to develop a thriving and sustainable local food economy in the Gulf of Alaska. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to submit your resume and a 30-second introductory video that highlights why this job and team is right for you! For a copy of the full job description, please DM us and we will send you more information.Send it via messenger @brightboxfarms or email [email protected]#hydroponicsjobs #brightboxfarms #hiringnow #hiringalaska #kodiak #kodiakalaska

This Halloween, ditch the candy and fork over the greens… IF YOU DARE 🎃🩸 #hallowgreen #brightboxfarms #eatyourgreens #halloween #ifyoudare #eatlocal #kodiak #kodiakalaska #hydroponics #alaskagrown #kodiakgrown

We won’t be at the final Kodiak Farmers Market of the season since we sold out this week…But you can stop into Cost Savers for fresh produce (just delivered today) in the cooler all week long. If you’d like to sign up for weekly greens, it’s easy to join our Greens Club and keep locally grown on your table all year long. We appreciate all the support and are excited to be growing for you as fall quickly turns to winter. #brightboxfarms #kodiakgrown #localfood #localbusiness #sustainablefoodsystems #hydroponics

Stop by @kodiakharvest during @kodiakcrabfest this Saturday & Sunday and pick up some greens to go with that Bruin burger and ice cream! While you’re there, be sure to check out our video from the #growfoodhere series with @freightfarms and find out more about why we believe expanding our local food economy is so important. As always, thank you for supporting #kodiakgrown and #smalbusiness #brightboxfarms #kodiakalaska #freightfarms #hydroponics #foodsecurity #buyalaska #kodiakcrabfest2021 #kodiakharvest

After almost 40 Alaskan winters under my belt the idea of now shoveling snow so I can check on our lush lettuce, herbs and leafy greens makes me 😄😂🤣😁 #brightboxfarms #freightfarms #healthyfood #deliciousandnutritious #realfood #sustainablealaska #foodsecurity #sustainablefoodsystems #farmtotable #localtastesbetter #localfood #kodiakgrown #alaskagrown

BrightBox Farms from the air

Flying by the farm

We hope everyone is enjoying their weekend! Here is a little glimpse into what our twice daily microgreen germination maintenance looks like. Now that we are back from our much needed break between summer and fall season, a new batch of microgreens are growing! We will see you Mondays at the new indoor weekly market at @kodiakislandbrewing !!! Greens will again be available at Cost Savers beginning and in the weekly boxes from @kodiakharvest starting this coming week. #shoplocal #eatlocal #kodiakgrown #brightboxfarms #microgreens

Vacation is good for the soul...and with our Phase II farm expansion happening in the next few months we need to take a little time to recharge before we charge hard again! Don’t worry, you can get #microgreens from @kodiakharvest in their weekly produce boxes or at the Saturday/Wednesday farm stand @kodiakbaptistmission and Cost Savers! @java_flats uses our tasty sunflower shoots in her delicious lunch menu and we will be back with more fresh #microgreens ready for harvest on 10/13. We are here to stay and provide our community with fresh and local all year round! #kodiak #kodiakalaska #kodiakgrown #eatlocal #urbanagriculture #supportlocal #supportlocalgrowers

Come out tonight for some great Wednesday Market only sales! We have lots of product and think it’s time you stopped by and said hi. See you at the Baptist Mission from 5-7 with @kodiakharvest #brightboxfarms #eatlocalgrown

Yes...the farm sounds like a wind tunnel...but it’s super important to us to maintain airflow and manage humidity to prevent mold and fungal funk without toxic interventions. When you eat our #microgreens we want you to taste and feel the difference! #localrealfood #brightboxfarms #kodiakgrown #urbanfarm #nontoxic #betterthanorganic

Here’s a trick to get the dog to eat her greens...dip them in a smidge of bacon fat...nom nom nom #brightboxfarms #blueheelersofinstagram #microgreens #peashoots @laveeblue