Antler Hill Village Farmer - Flex

About the role

The starting pay range for this position begins at $18.25/hour and is based on the level of qualifications and relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Responsibilities

• Daily animal care
• Maintenance of barns and equipment
• Pasture and fence management
• Interaction, information, and delivery of programming narrative to guests and visitors
• Guidance to Farmyard Assistant staff in daily care of animals at Antler Hill Farmyard
• Other duties as assigned based on candidates abilities and strengths
• Work in all weather conditions
• Lift 50 lbs
• Valid driver's license
• Work independently

Requirements

• Two-year degree in Agriculture/Agritourism or related field preferred
• One (1) year of related agriculture and livestock husbandry experience preferred
• NC Pesticide Applicator's license in Ag Pest Plant and Livestock categories
• Commitment to delivery of world class internal/external guest service
• Proven leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong project/time management, organizational, and planning skills
• Physical requirements: heavy lifting (50-100 lbs. occasionally; 25-50 lbs. frequently), carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, shoveling, and raking; ability to work outdoors in all types of weather with exposure to excessive heat, cold, wind, vibration, moving mechanical parts, and other adverse environmental conditions; ability to perform the following: heavy lifting (50-100 lbs. occasionally; 25-50 lbs. frequently), carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, shoveling, and raking; NC Commercial Driver's License with a Class A endorsement is preferred, but not required; Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid NC Driver's license