Farm Animal Caretaker

Raprager Farm • Odessa, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Farm Animal Caretaker works at an operational farm with animals including chickens, goats, sheep, ponies, tortoises, emus, cows, pigs, and various birds. The role is responsible for feeding, cleaning stalls, mucking, socializing, training, protecting, and providing other services needed to support animal health and welfare. The caretaker must be detail-oriented, committed, and highly reliable, as the animals depend on consistent care. The role often involves closing the farm, locking gates, and releasing guard dogs.

This is a full-time, in-person position for 40 hours over four days per week, Wednesday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pay is based on skill and experience and ranges from $14 to $15 per hour, with a review and potential raise after 90 days. Applicants must be at least 18 and have job experience. Those with little or no animal-related job experience are directed to contact the farm about its internship program.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Job experience; applicants with little or no animal-related job experience are directed to inquire about the internship program.
• Detail-oriented and committed to animal care.
• Highly reliable and able to attend work consistently.
• Love animals.
• Accept the stated pay range of $14 to $15 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Feed farm animals.
• Clean stalls and muck.
• Socialize and train animals.
• Protect animals and provide other services necessary for their health and welfare.
• When closing the farm, ensure gates are locked and guard dogs are released.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed