Farm Technician

Salary: $15.76 Hourly
Location : Bluebird Gap Farm, Hampton, VA
Job Type: WAE - Hourly
Job Number: 09528
Department: RECREATION
Opening Date: 08/19/2026
Closing Date: 8/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt


Function


If sharing your "office space" with 150 domestic and wild animals on a 60 acre farm sounds like the place for you, consider this as an opportunity knocking at your door! We are looking for a Farm Technician to join our team at Bluebird Gap Farm, please see below for more information on this position.

The purpose of this position is to perform general animal care, maintenance, repair work, and grounds maintenance duties in addition to feeding and caring for the animals at Bluebird Gap Farm. This position performs duties according to set procedures and works part-time, averaging 25 hours a week.

Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires one (1) year of paid or unpaid experience in the general care, handling, and feeding of domestic animals/wildlife, preferably in a farm and/or zoo setting.
• Requires knowledge of the general care, handling, and feeding of domestic animals/wildlife.
• High school diploma or successful completion of the GED preferred.
• Must be age 18 or older at the time of hire.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Requires good physical condition and shift work to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
• Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family View phone number on click.appcast.io or

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Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have a High School diploma or successful completion of a GED?

• Yes
• No

03


Which of the options below best describes your years of experience in the general care, handling, and feeding of domestic animals/wildlife, preferably in a farm and/or zoo setting? MUST INCLUDE IN WORK HISTORY TO BE CONSIDERED

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3 or more years of experience

04


Which of the options below best describes your years of experience in general maintenance and repair work?

• No experience
• Less than a year of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

05


This position requires the performance of physical work in an outdoor setting in a variety of weather conditions, to include hot and humid weather. Are you willing to accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

06


This position requires that you possess a valid drivers license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below:
07


I understand that if offered employment in this position, I must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

08


I understand this position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

09


I understand that this position is non-exempt.

• Yes
• No

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