LIVESTOCK PROGRAM ASSISTANT

About the role

The Turner Farm Livestock Program Assistant will attend to the diverse livestock at Turner Farm, a regenerative, pasture-based operation. This is a full-time, permanent position with a primary schedule of Monday - Friday. Occasional weekend and holiday shifts will be required based on operational and livestock needs.

Responsibilities

• Feeding, watering, and administering any medicines prescribed at the direction of the Livestock Program Manager.
• Rotating animals as needed across various pastures and paddocks using a combination of electrified net fencing, and multi-strand poly wire fences.
• Cleaning and repairing stalls and any other areas occupied by livestock.
• Aiding in arranging for the humane transporting of livestock (valid driver's license required).
• Assisting with emergency cases (animals escape their pen, etc.).
• Assisting with mowing fields, seeding pastures, building fence, and other various pasture projects.
• Collecting, inspecting eggs for washing and packing in cartons.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in livestock or other large animal related fields.
• Interest and basic knowledge of farming, biology, and livestock animals.
• Strength and flexibility - ability to lift heavy objects/animals safely.
• Prior experience with agricultural equipment and large machinery operations is preferred.
• Eagerness and willingness to learn and work alongside others.

Compensation

This position is salaried, varies DOE, $40,000.00 - $55,000.00.