(Part-Time) Farm Maintenance - Milker

Huron-Clinton Metroparks•Ray Township, MI

10d•$16 - $19

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Farm Center Interpretive Supervisor, work activities in this position primarily involve assisting in the daily operation of the Farm & Mill by caring for and maintaining farm livestock and crops, caring for park buildings and grounds, promoting public interest and appreciation for the farm, and recommending improvements.

Requirements

Agriculture related college coursework and/or related service in farm maintenance work preferred
Knowledge of the principles use in farm animal care and maintenance
Knowledge of farm crop production management
Must maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of the principles of good farm management
Ability to promote and maintain cooperative working relationships with schools, park patrons, and other employees
Ability to operate trucks, tractors and heavy farm equipment
Ability to traverse sandy, marshy or wooded areas with even or uneven terrain
Ability to load, transport and unload materials/livestock
Ability to use carpenter tools
May be assigned to work in other parks and districts as needed and if necessary
Ability to work in all weather conditions
May be required to adjust schedule to meet organizational needs, including special events, evenings, weekends & holidays
Ability to perform essential duties
Meets all the minimum qualifications of a Farm Maintenance - Milker – Level P3
Successful completion of the HCMA Milker Training Program and Supervisor Authorization to milk cattle without supervision
Successful completion of the F.A.R.M. training modules for Dairy Care
Meets all the minimum qualifications of a Farm Maintenance - Milker – Level P4

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred from accredited college within zoology, biology, agriculture, animal science, horticulture, natural resource management, or a related field
Two (2) years of related experience with demonstrated progressive responsibilities
Bachelor’s degree preferred from accredited college within zoology, biology, agriculture, animal science, horticulture, natural resource management, or a related field
Three (3) years of related experience; with one (1) year of Huron Clinton Metroparks Interpretive Services Farm Maintenance experience with demonstrated progressive responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Performs milking duties for dairy cattle according to policy, practicing safe and hygienic stockmanship at all times
Operates, repairs, and maintains farm equipment including tractors, utility vehicles, manure spreaders, scrapers, and planting and harvesting equipment as needed
Assists in the harvest and storage of farm crops and livestock feed such as hay, straw, and silage.
Prepares rations and feeds and waters livestock according to policy
Cleans and sanitizes all aspects of dairy parlor system according to policy
Cleans and maintains dairy barns, pens, and facilities
Performs minor repairs and preventative maintenance on machinery, including milking parlor systems
Performs other farm maintenance chores (cleaning stalls, animal grooming, fence repair, etc.) as needed
Assists in daily care of all farm livestock
Assists in preparing animals for and assisting in the delivery of offspring
Grooms, clips and trims animals for exhibition
Maintains indoor facilities and outdoor spaces, including captive animal and trail maintenance, as needed
Promotes public interest in the farm program through various activities and publicity
Answers questions and assist visitors when requested
May serve on committees
May assist with special events