Landscaper/General Farm Hand

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Landscaper/General Farm Hand (Landscaping, Farm Animal Care)

Location: Marysville, Ohio

Job Type: Part-time (20 hours per week minimum)

Pay Rate: per hour (commensurate with experience]

Schedule: Flexible schedule required due to weather and farm project schedule

About Us

The farm is located in Marysville, Ohio. We pride ourselves on high-quality animal care, keeping our grounds beautiful. We are looking for a reliable, hard-working Landscaper/General Farm Hand to join our team and help us maintain the day-to-day operations of our farm.

Key Responsibilities

Animal Care & Livestock Maintenance

• Feed, water, and monitor the well-being of farm animals ([e.g., horses, donkey,  goats, chickens, pigs, and dogs.
• Clean and sanitize stalls, pens, coops, and pastures; replace bedding regularly.
• Assist with routine animal care, grooming, turnouts, and basic medical care under supervision.
• Inspect fences, gates, and enclosures daily to ensure animal safety and security.

Groundskeeping & Landscaping

• Operate landscaping equipment including lawnmowers, string trimmers, brush cutters, and leaf blowers.
• Maintain farm grounds through regular mowing, weeding, pruning, mulch application, and brush clearing.
• Plant, water, and care for trees, shrubs, flowerbeds, or vegetable plots as needed.
• Keep walkways, driveways, and common areas clean, clear, and well-maintained.

General Farm Operations

• Safely operate and maintain basic farm equipment and tools (e.g., tractors, utility vehicles, hand tools).
• Perform routine repair and maintenance on farm buildings, fences, equipment, and irrigation lines.
• Assist with lifting, hauling, and storing supplies such as hay bales, feed bags, and soil.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment across the property.

Adaptable Schedule: Flexibility to work evening, and weekend hours required by the farm’s project schedule.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: Previous experience in landscaping/groundskeeping required, previous experience with farm animal care preferred (willing to train the right candidate).

Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs regularly, bend, kneel, and perform strenuous manual labor for extended periods.

Weather Adaptability: Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow).

Equipment Knowledge: Familiarity with basic power tools and landscaping equipment; tractor experience is a plus.

Customer Service Mindset: Personable, approachable, and comfortable interacting with venue guests, event clients, and visitors.

Event Logistics Experience: Prior experience in event setup, hospitality, venue maintenance, or crowd management is a plus.

Problem-Solving Ability: Capable of thinking on your feet to handle unexpected event-day logistics or guest needs calmly and efficiently.

Reliability: Strong work ethic, punctual, self-motivated, and able to work independently or with a team.

Adaptable Schedule: Flexibility to work evening, weekend, or holiday shifts as required by the farm’s project and event schedule

License: Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

References: Previous employment and character references required.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay
• Extra hours, including overtime potential
• Opportunities for growth and professional development; Continuing education and tuition assistance potential

How to Apply

If you enjoy physical work outdoors, care about animal welfare, and take pride in maintaining grounds, we’d love to hear from you!