Overview
Join our dynamic dairy farm team as a Dairy Farm Worker. This energetic role offers the opportunity to work outdoors in a fast-paced environment, caring for livestock, operating farm machinery, and maintaining equipment to ensure smooth farm operations. We are committed to fostering a safe, productive, and rewarding workplace where your skills in animal husbandry and machinery operation can truly shine. Whether you’re experienced in farming or eager to develop new skills, this position provides a hands-on experience in sustainable agriculture and livestock management.
Duties
- Assist with daily livestock care, including feeding, watering, and health monitoring of dairy cattle
- Operate and maintain farm machinery such as tractors, milking equipment, irrigation systems, and heavy equipment like forklifts and power tools
- Perform routine repairs and maintenance on farm equipment and machinery to ensure optimal performance
- Manage manual handling tasks including heavy lifting of feed bags, livestock supplies, and equipment parts
- Assist with irrigation setup, greenhouse maintenance, and horticultural activities to support crop growth when applicable
Skills
- Proven experience in farming or agricultural environments with outdoor work exposure
- Supervising experience or ability to oversee team tasks effectively
- Skilled in operating farm machinery such as agricultural tractors, forklifts, power tools, and heavy equipment
- Mechanical knowledge for equipment repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of agricultural machinery
- Animal care expertise with livestock handling and animal husbandry skills
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while adhering to safety standards in production environments
- Familiarity with irrigation systems, horticulture practices, greenhouse operations, and growing techniques
- Experience with manual tools, hand tools, welding, and basic math for maintenance tasks
- Knowledge of safety protocols related to heavy equipment operation and farm activities
- Strong outdoor work ethic with attention to detail in animal management and equipment upkeep
Embark on a fulfilling career where your passion for agriculture meets hands-on action! We value hardworking individuals dedicated to sustainable farming practices and animal well-being. Join us today to grow your skills in a vibrant agricultural setting!
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
