Farm Worker/NDB1 LLC

$31,491 - $31,491/Yr

NDB1 LLC - Hopkinsville, KY

posted 2 months ago

Full-time
Hopkinsville, KY

About the position

The Horse Stable Worker position involves caring for livestock, including cattle, sheep, swine, goats, and horses, on a farm or ranch. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to perform various tasks related to animal care, feeding, and maintenance of the stable environment. Workers will be engaged from April 1, 2024, to December 2, 2024, and must be able to meet the physical demands of the job throughout this period.

Responsibilities

  • Mix feed and additives, fill feed troughs with feed, and water livestock.
  • Take stock to pasture for grazing.
  • Examine animals to detect diseases and injuries.
  • Vaccinate animals using syringes and hypodermic needles or by placing vaccine in drinking water or feed.
  • Apply medications to cuts and bruises and spray with insecticide.
  • Herd animals into insecticide baths.
  • Confine livestock in stalls and prepare them for birthing, assisting in delivery if necessary.
  • Wash, brush, trim, and curry animals to improve their appearance.
  • Exercise animals as needed.
  • Clean livestock stalls and replace bedding using disinfectant solutions, brushes, and shovels.
  • Groom, clip, and trim animals for exhibition.
  • Maintain ranch buildings and equipment as required.
  • Plant, cultivate, and harvest feed grain or hay for stock.
  • Unload and store feed and supplies as needed.

Requirements

  • 3 months of experience working with foals, yearling preparation, and vaccinations.
  • Ability to work in standing, walking, and stooping positions for extended periods.
  • Ability to frequently lift weights ranging from 20 to 75 pounds.

Benefits

  • Guaranteed at least three-fourths of the hours listed in the contract.
  • Workers' compensation insurance provided.
  • Free housing and three meals a day or free convenient cooking facilities for workers who cannot return home the same day.
  • Necessary tools, supplies, and equipment provided at no cost to the worker.
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