Livestock Caretaker

About the role

This position is located at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo in River Ranch, FL.

Responsibilities

• Completing the daily opening and closing procedures of the Petting Farm
• Taking care of all animals at the petting farm
• Daily cleaning of all animal pens
• Twice daily feeding and watering of all animals at petting farm
• Able to identify injured or sick animals and report to Livestock Manager
• Performing pony rides daily for resort guests
• Interacting with resort guests, teaching them about the animals and the petting farm procedures
• Responsible for enforcing safety rules and procedures with resort guests
• Interacting with, handling, brushing, leading all animals at petting farm
• Responsible for keeping work and guest areas neat and clean
• Helping with inventory of food and livestock
• Loading and unloading 50lb bags of feed and hay bales for animals
• Knowledge of livestock, and ability to work well with others, as well as independently
• Enthusiasm, energy, drive, job devotion, and personal ambition
• Participating in certain special events

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 and have a valid driver’s license to drive company golf carts
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Additional Information

Westgate Resorts is a Smoke and Tobacco-Free workplace. Except where prohibited by law, applicants who smoke or use tobacco products will not be considered for positions at Westgate.

Required to pass a background check, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States.

Additional Information

• Why Westgate?
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low-Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

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