Farm Assistant Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Farm Assistant to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure work area and equipment are in safe and reliable working order;
- Assist Farm Staff in regular care and rotation of farm animals including cattle, sheep, goats, horses and poultry around farm and paddocks;
- Assist farm staff in garden work including planting, weeding, mulching, and harvesting;
- Assist staff in light construction, plumbing, and miscellaneous repairs as needed;
- Assist Program Staff in farm related programs when necessary (i.e. Poultry Parade);
- Role model teamwork and great guest service while interacting with the public in a friendly and engaging manner;
- Learn to operate tractors efficiently, including delivering of hay and hay rides;
- Daily farm chores including feeding and watering all animals, watering the greenhouse, and opening/closing the barn for Program Staff and guests;
- Greenhouse work including soil prep, planting, thinning and watering;
- Assist with other farm work, demonstrations and public education as needed.
Requirements:
- Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms;
- Strong communication skills. Impromptu conversation skills are essential in this position;
- Perform physical activities such as bending, stooping, climbing and walking;
- Frequently required to sit, stand and walk;
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs;
- Experience or interest in gardening and/or diversified farming;
- Ability to work solo or in groups effectively;
- Willing to learn and work toward the mission statement of Shaker Village;
- Strong attention to detail;
- Responsible, punctual.