Field Crew Leader

Job overview

The Field Crew Leader works onsite at ECHO’s Florida campus in North Fort Myers, FL. Compensation is commensurate with experience. ECHO works through a global agricultural network to strengthen capacity and address hunger using sustainable food and agroecosystem strategies. The role leads daily agricultural operations and supervises Field Technicians, maintaining demonstration and production areas that support research, seed banking, training, tours, events, and ECHO’s broader mission. It coordinates field plans and resources so campus spaces remain safe, productive, and useful for agricultural learning.

What you'll do

• Plan and oversee agricultural work across fields, gardens, production areas, and orchards
• develop planting, crop rotation, soil fertility, irrigation, pest management, harvest, and maintenance plans
• monitor crop and field conditions
• oversee livestock systems
• coordinate freeze protection
• supervise, train, and coach Field Technicians
• prepare demonstrations for visitors and events
• lead tours and engage donors weekly
• coordinate equipment, supplies, safety, compliance, and records
• collaborate with campus teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

field crew leader

full-time

north fort myers fl

echo

agricultural operations

field technicians

sustainable agriculture

demonstration fields

crop production

farm tours

research support

outdoor work

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, and life coverage
• short- and long-term disability
• company-matched 401(k)
• paid time off, 12 paid holidays, five wellness days, and paid birthday leave.

Why this role

Full-time schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; occasional evening, weekend, or holiday work may be needed. Occasional domestic or international travel may be available. Bachelor’s degree preferred, with equivalent relevant experience considered; three or more years of practical agricultural or horticultural experience required.

About the employer

ECHO INC. is hiring for this role. Industry: Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Sector: 62.