Agricultural Facilities Assistant

Regional School District 14•Woodbury, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Agricultural Facilities Assistant supports the daily operations and seasonal maintenance of Nonnewaug High School's Ellis Clark Regional Agriscience and Technology Program facilities. This role plays a vital part in sustaining the health, safety, and functionality of educational facilities. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, dependable, and able to collaborate with students, staff, and volunteers in a dynamic agricultural education environment.

Requirements

Experience in farm, livestock, or equine facility operations strongly preferred.
Proficiency in operating farm machinery, including tractors, brush hogs, and utility vehicles.
Applicants must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Must complete a school district background check and fingerprinting process, and will be willing to participate in random drug/alcohol testing as a driver of school-owned vehicles.
Ability to work independently and complete physically demanding tasks.
Comfortable working with youth in an educational setting.
Basic knowledge of animal care and safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is preferred but not required.
CDL candidates could earn additional driving compensation

Responsibilities

Water and drag the equine riding arena to maintain proper footing conditions.
Perform routine brush hogging of livestock pastures using tractor implements.
Maintain equipment and facilities in a clean and operable condition (tractors, attachments, gates, water lines, fencing, etc.).
Safety lift and throw round bales for livestock feed as needed.
Assist with routine repairs, preventative maintenance, and grounds upkeep.
Monitor and maintain the gasoline and oil supply used for farm equipment, landscaping tools, and agricultural mechanics classes; ensure fuel tanks are filled, two-stroke mixes are prepared as needed, and oil reserves are stocked for facility equipment.
Manage farm deliveries, including coordinating feed, hay, and supply drop-offs; work collaboratively with agriscience staff to determine inventory needs and communicate with vendors to schedule and receive deliveries.
Provide transportation for agriscience teachers using school vehicles as needed, including drop-offs and pick-ups for bus maintenance appointments or other program-related tasks that require district vehicle use.
Coordinate and maintain the student weekend feeding schedule in collaboration with agriscience staff.
Feed and monitor companion animals, livestock, and equines on weekends or during holidays when student workers are unavailable.
Observe animals for signs of illness or injury and report concerns promptly.
Support daily upkeep and operations within the aquahouse and greenhouse facilities, including watering, cleaning, and care as needed.
Clean and bed stalls, pens, or aquaculture areas to ensure safe and functional environments.
Work closely with agriscience teachers who manage designated sections of the facilities (e.g., livestock, equine, aquaculture, greenhouse, etc.).
Provide guidance to student workers in proper handling and facility tasks.
Assist in preparing agricultural education spaces for student labs, events, and demonstrations.
Support the goals of the agriscience program by maintaining an environment that aligns with best practices and safety.