Farm Caretaker

Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester•Village of Fairport, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, is hiring for a part-time Farm Caretaker! The Farm Caretaker's role is to care for and rehabilitate farm animals at Lollypop Farm, work on improving adoptability of the animals and to educate the public on the care of farm animals. Schedule: Fridays & Saturdays

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent education.
Large animal study and livestock care experience preferred.
Equine experience preferred.
A combination of education and experience will be considered if aligned with the position.
Ability to interpret and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
Ability to communicate simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.
Ability to solve practical problems and prioritize a variety of concrete variables where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions.
Ability to operate a tractor, shovel, rake, grooming equipment, bush hogs and tractor rake.

Nice To Haves

Large animal study and livestock care experience
Equine experience

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to the animals in our care
Maintain animal care and cleanliness by feeding and cleaning all farm animals
Provide educated responses to the public’s questions
Work with the animals to improve their adoptability
Assist in grounds maintenance (including, but not limited to, raking and shoveling)
Operate vehicles, equipment (including, but not limited to, lawn mowers, weed whackers, tractors and utility vehicles) and attachments (including, but not limited to, manure spreader, bush hog, and York rake)
Occasionally oversee volunteers in performing the requirements of the position
Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable state and federal laws
Observe all safety rules and regulations for self and others
Maintain good housekeeping
Perform other duties as requested