Farm Employee

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital•Mount Laurel Township, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is currently seeking a dependable and experienced Farmhand/Groundskeeper to support daily animal care and property maintenance. This role is essential to maintaining a safe, clean, and well-functioning farm environment. The Farmhand/Groundskeeper reports directly to the Facility Manager and works closely with the Facilities Department and fellow farm staff. The ideal candidate is proactive, safety-conscious, and comfortable performing physically demanding work in an outdoor, farm-based setting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Valid driver’s license
Experience handling animals of varying sizes
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, management, and ownership

Nice To Haves

3–5 years of experience working on a farm or with livestock preferred

Responsibilities

Feed, turn out, and provide daily care for farm animals
Clean and muck stalls, run-in sheds, fields, and animal shelters
Maintain inventory of animal feed, bedding, and supplies
Operate tractors and other farm equipment as required
Safely operate hand tools and power tools
Perform general farm and grounds maintenance, including fence repair, mowing, weed trimming, brush clearing, pressure washing, raking, and shoveling
Assist with snow and ice removal as needed
Drive company vehicles as required
Support the Facilities Department with additional tasks as needed