What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Hand position at Maple Hall Academy?
Maple Hall Academy is seeking a Full Time or Part Time Farm Hand for our off campus farm. This position is responsible for assisting with the overall maintenance and daily physical labor work of the facility and grounds.
Maple Hall Academy is a therapeutic boarding school nestled in the Shenandoah Valley set against the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. As a therapeutic boarding school, our vision is to provide a safe and dynamic setting where students can develop the needed tools to have effective skills and strategies for life. This position requires NO direct interaction or responsibilities working with our students.
Duties include:
1. Fence repair work;
2. Feeding and watering animals;
3. Barn cleaning;
4. Trash removal;
5. Assisting Farm Manager with other assigned duties.
Qualifications:
1. Working knowledge and experience with using farm tools and equipment;
2. Reliable transportation;
3. High school diploma or equivalent;
4. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test and background check.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.60 - $18.40 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lexington, VA 24450: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Farm & Ranch Occupations: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: One location