Farm Associate/Animal Caretaker

Farm Associate - Marshall, VA A private farm in Marshall, Virginia is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Farm Associate to join our team. This is a part-time position, four days per week, including Saturdays. About the Role This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who loves working with animals and wants to gain real experience operating a working farm. You'll be an important part of daily farm life — keeping our animals healthy, our facilities clean, and our operation running smoothly. Assist with agritourism events. Responsibilities Daily animal care including feeding, watering, and providing fresh hay; mucking stalls, paddocks/fields, and other facilities; assisting with herd health procedures such as vaccinations and routine treatments; basic facility repairs; maintaining a clean and organized barn; and other duties as assigned. Requirements Valid driver's license and authorization to work in the United States Some prior experience working with livestock and/or horses Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently Good communication skills and a calm, patient demeanor Reliable and committed to showing up as scheduled Genuine care for the well-being of animals — including livestock, chickens, dogs, and cats Able to lift up to 50 lbs. (hay bales, feed bags, etc) Comfortable working outside in a variety of weather conditions Why Join Us This is a wonderful opportunity for someone looking to deepen their knowledge of raising livestock in a supportive, small-farm environment. If you take pride in hard work, love animals, and want to be part of something meaningful, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Experience:

Animal care: 1 year (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Marshall, VA 20115 (Required)

Work Location:

In person