Farm Maintenance Assistant

KENTUCKY HUMANE SOCIETYSimpsonville, KY
36dOnsite

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.
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