Farm Maintenance Assistant

KENTUCKY HUMANE SOCIETY • Simpsonville, KY

36d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing farm maintenance and repair duties while ensuring Willow Hope Farm is maintained in a safe and orderly manner.

Requirements

• 1+ years of previous farm maintenance or handyperson experience preferred.
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical skills preferred.
• Ability to use farm maintenance equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve interior/exterior building repairs.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Accept, support, and represent KHS core values, programs, policies, and procedures.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record and be willing to drive KHS vehicles.
• Background Check required.

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of previous farm maintenance or handyperson experience preferred.
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general farm maintenance and repairs at Willow Hope Farm location.
• Complete minor repairs of furniture, fixtures, equipment and property.
• Assist with building projects.
• Pick up and unload farm and animal supplies as needed (feed, shavings, hay, fencing materials, etc.).
• Responsible for maintaining and operating all equipment and vehicles related to Willow Hope Farm, including trucks, trailers, ATV's and tractors. This includes off-site transportation of equines, equipment and/or supplies.
• Responsible for keeping the grounds and landscaping clean as well as bush hogging pastures and trimming fence lines.
• Program safety and communication. Ensure safety regulations and requirements are met regarding building codes, alarm systems and with accreditation/compliance if applicable
• Adhere to OSHA standards in relation to the proper use of chemicals and equipment involved.
• Ensure tools, cleaning materials, and supplies are stored in a safe and orderly manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed