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Position Overview

The University starting wage is $15 / hour.

Primary Function :

The Equestrian and Farm Hand will be responsible for the care and maintenance associated with either the plants and animals at the University Farm or the horses and barns at the University Equestrian Center.

This position will work primarily evenings and weekends. Location assignment will be determined at the scheduled time. Supervision of the Equestrian and Farm Hand will be determined based on the location of the work.

Position Appointment Details :

• Career Band : NE3
• Hourly position
• On-Call

Position Description

Typical Duties & Responsibilities :

University Farm as needed :

• Feed and water animals, including letting out and putting up animals.
• Maintain the record keeping.
• Inspect and repair the fence. Water seedlings and initiate irrigation.
• May assist with farm tours.
• Assist students with routine tasks when farm managers are out of town.
• Notify managers if an animal is sick or injured.

University Equestrian Center as needed :

• Clean horse stalls.
• Sweep and rake the equestrian center.
• Maintain turnout paddocks.
• Scrub water and feed buckets.
• Notify the director if an animal is sick or injured.

Judgement Required :

Prescribed, established procedures are primarily used to perform the essential functions of this position.

Budgetary Responsibility :

None

Machines & Equipment Used :

Weedwacker, wrenches, watering wand, drip irrigation system, greenhouse venting system

Personal Interaction / Communication :

• Student Contact : Work study students and student volunteers
• Internal : Possibly Facilities Management or Domain Management in an emergency.
• External : Potentially interact with visitors.

Attributes of a Successful Candidate

Education : High School graduate

High School graduate

Experience :

1 year of farm animal care (personal or professional), 1 year of personal gardening.

Job-Related Skills :

Has the ability to identify sick and injured animals; identify plants that need watering; read an instruction sheet and interpret a map.

Additionally, can set up and maintain a temporary electric fence.

Licenses & Certifications :

Driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive a University vehicle.

Supplemental Information

Confidential Information :

None

Working Environment :

Outside work

Physical Requirements :

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time,
• Must be able to walk for extended periods of time,
• Must be able to climb (many stairs, ladders),
• Must be able to crawl and or kneel,
• Must be able to push and / or pull objects,
• Must be able to navigate steep and rough terrain,
• Must be able to use feet for repetitive tasks,
• Must be able to use hands for repetitive tasks,
• Must be able to carry between 11-20 pounds (Light work),
• Must be able to lift between 21-50 pounds (Medium work)

The University of the South, commonly known as Sewanee, comprises a nationally ranked residential College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology.

The University is strongly committed to the values of intellectual inquiry, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and living and serving in community.

Situated on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, Sewanee is known for its stunning natural beauty while providing easy access to Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville.

The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to help employees of all backgrounds and identities flourish.

If you have questions about a position, the University application process, or if you are a person with a disability and would like to request an accommodation in the application and interview process please contact Human Resources at 931.

598.1381 or email us at hr@sewanee.edu . DEI Institutional Statement :

At the University of the South, our commitment to inclusion and belonging is grounded in our core values of community, courage, flourishing, and inquiry.

We seek to build a community enriched by our diversity and centered on equity, justice, mutual respect, and shared responsibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

The University of the South is an equal-opportunity educational institution that is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive campus environment.

Last updated : 2024-08-03

Salary : $15