Goat Grazer Farmhand responsibilities are, but not limited to:
- Move fencing twice a week to make paddocks for goats to rotate
- Rotate goats through paddocks daily (one fence panel at a time)
- Perform wellness checks on goats daily, check famacha weekly
- Feed and water goats daily
- Clear brush, cut saplings and briars after goats have cleared a hillside paddock
- Conduct fecal testing (as instructed and/or needed) to analyze parasite loads and worm accordingly
- Provide supplements (vitamins, minerals) and restock as needed
- Maintain organization of barn, feed storage, farm garage, etc.
- Attend staff meetings, individual and team meetings as requested to communicate questions, needs, problems and solutions that may arise for your position
- Attend workshops and/or initiate self-directed learning for areas with no previous experience
- Feed farm animals on weekends as needed Work Requirements
- Must work on average a minimum of 40 hours per week
- Must be on call in case of an emergency situation
- Must be able to work in heat, high humidity, and extremely cold conditions
- Experience with chainsaw operation is preferred, but not required
Pay:
$16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off
Work Location:
In person