Farm Assistant

Farm Assistant

The Farm Assistant executes daily operations across the club's agricultural facilities, working farm, and livestock habitats under the guidance of the Director of Buildings and Grounds. This hands-on, full-time role is designed for an individual passionate about sustainable agriculture, animal care, and farm operations. Additionally, this position assists with basic interior and exterior construction, maintenance, and carpentry projects across the property. This outdoor-based role requires high reliability, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic to meet luxury property standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with planting, watering, weeding, cultivating, and harvesting various farm crops.
• Support the daily care, feeding, watering, coop/pen cleaning, and egg collection for farm livestock (including chickens, ducks, quails, pigs, and cows).
• Monitor livestock behavior and health daily; immediately report any illnesses, injuries, or dietary concerns to the supervisor.
• Safely operate power tools and construction equipment to assist with basic interior and exterior construction, carpentry, fencing, and repair projects.
• Maintain excellent cleanliness, sanitation, and organization across all farm areas, barns, animal enclosures, and tool storage facilities.
• Contribute to special club events, educational workshops, and outreach activities, including providing photos and context for farm social media posts.
• Represent the property positively and interact respectfully and courteously with club members, guests, staff, and volunteers.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• License: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Comfortable working closely with and around various farm animals (poultry, swine, and cattle).
• Competency and safety compliance with hand tools, basic power tools, and light utility equipment.
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Prior experience in farming, animal husbandry, landscaping, basic construction, or heavy outdoor labor.

Physical Requirements, Safety & Working Conditions:

• Ability to regularly lift, push, pull, and carry heavy objects weighing 50+ pounds (such as feed bags, hay bales, and building materials).
• Capacity to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and perform heavy manual labor for extended periods (8+ hours) over uneven, muddy, or sloped terrain.
• Full use of arms and hands to safely operate machinery, power tools, and handle animals gently.
• Continuous outdoor work exposed to variable weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Early morning starts are required; flexibility for occasional evening, weekend, or holiday shifts based on animal care or event needs.
• Direct exposure to variable weather, sharp gardening/construction tools, motorized equipment, and livestock (potential for scratches, bites, or kicking).
• All employees must strictly follow safety protocols, wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and report unsafe conditions immediately.

Benefits for ALL staff members:

• Competitive pay
• 2 days off per week
• Career advancement opportunities within our Club Development and Continuing Education
• Golf, Paddle/Tennis, and Fitness Privileges
• Paid Sick Leave
• PLUM Benefits
• Annual Summer and Holiday staff events
• 401(k) Plan, eligibility after 1 year of employment

Benefits for Full Time Staff Members also include:

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental and vision package (upon completion of 90 day probation period)
• Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Accounts
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Holiday)
• Life insurance
• 401k after 1 year of employment