What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Hand position at TIERRA VERDE FARMS?
Farm Hand Job Description
Tierra Verde Farms was founded in 2010 and provides the highest quality pasture-raised and grass-fed meats. Our goal is to provide our livestock with a life that allows them to express their natural instincts fully in a pasture environment. That means that pigs get to root, run and play; chickens get to peck, scratch and crow; turkeys’ goggle and strut; cows eat grass outside, NOT corn in confinement.
Farm Description
85 acres of pasture and woodlots on the home farm while we lease another 130 acres of pastures and hay fields in and around Deerfield Ohio. All land is managed in an intensive rotational management system with multiple species of livestock. All meat and eggs are sold through farmers markets (3 summer, 3 winter), on farm store, online sales, and restaurant sales.
Livestock Details:
- Pasture-raised pigs
- Pastured, Free-range broilers.
- Pasture-raised turkeys
- Grass-fed cattle
- Grass-fed sheep
- Free-range laying hens
- Livestock Guardian Dogs and donkeys
- Apiary
Farm Hand Job Responsibilities:
- Ensure daily chores including watering, feeding and pasture rotation of livestock is completed.
- Communicate with asst livestock manager on overall animal health.
- Report any issues immediately to farm manager. Work together to problem solve.
- Mow and clear fence lines
- Tractor work and basic equipment maintenance
- Fence building, maintenance and functionality and general carpentry projects
Farm Hand Job Skills and Qualifications:
- Passion for working with animals.
- Positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
- Excellent communication skills and a good sense of humor
- Creative problem-solving skills.
- An appreciation of the roles speed and efficiency play in creating an economically viable farm – interest in learning and implementing “Lean manufacturing” techniques in a farm environment.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly is required.
- Ability to operate power tools and mechanical equipment safely.
- Willingness to work long hours in all weather conditions.
- Tractor experience a plus
- General carpentry and building skills a plus.
- Dedication, reliability, and a great work ethic
This is a full-time hourly position. Compensation determined by experience. In addition, Farm Hand will receive discounts on meat and eggs. Interested applicants for the Farm Hand Job must send a resume, cover letter, and three references to mike@tierraverdefarms.com to be considered for this position. We are looking for the right person, we can train for skills that you might not possess right now but we need you motivated. Any questions please contact us by email. To learn more about Tierra Verde Farms you can visit our website https://tierraverdefarms.com or our Facebook page.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $15