The starting pay range for this position begins at $18.25/hour and is based on the level of qualifications and relevant experience above the minimum requirements. Full Time: a position working 35+ hours per week.

General duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, daily animal care; maintenance of barns and equipment; pasture and fence management; interaction, information, and delivery of programming narrative to guests and visitors. Provides guidance to Farmyard Assistant staff in daily care of animals at Antler Hill Farmyard. Other duties will be assigned based on candidates abilities and strengths. There must be a willingness to work in all weather conditions. Applicants must also be able to lift 50 lbs, have a valid driver's license, and be able to work independently.

General assistance and support for the department, leadership, and the company as required.

Essential Job Duties:

1. Goat and chicken management including but not limited to: daily care of nutrition, watering, kidding, performance evaluation, and record keeping.
2. Goat breeding using natural method.
3. General and preventative health care including administration of vaccines and treatment for parasites, diseases and illness
4. Facilities and equipment maintenance: electric fence installation and maintenance; cleaning and sanitizing of barns and buildings; cleanup and spreading of manure and bedding; maintenance to grounds
5. Operation of farming equipment including but not limited to: tractors, trucks, utility vehicles, sprayers, and trucks for management of pastures, fields, fencelines and buildings
6. Implement forage management and sustainable rotational grazing strategies

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Diagnose disease and/or health problems in animals and apply strategies for control of issues
2. Communicate specialized knowledge and skills to the public and fellow employees.
3. Provide general assistance and support for leadership, the department, and company as required.
4. Operate hand tools to complete maintenance an repair to equipment, buildings and facilities
5. Be prepared to participate in snow and/or adverse weather clean up and removal associated with animal facilities

Requirements:

1. Two-year degree in Agriculture/Agritourism or related field preferred. Additional education or training preferred. Must have or be able to obtain an NC Pesticide Applicator's license in Ag Pest Plant and Livestock categories.
2. One (1) year of related agriculture and livestock husbandry experience preferred. Equivalent combination of education/experience considered.
3. Demonstrated commitment to delivery of world class internal/external guest service; proven leadership skills; ability to build/develop/motivate teams.
4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; conveys information clearly, concisely, effectively at all levels; builds/maintain strong relationships within and across the company; good public speaking skills a plus.
5. Strong project/time management, organizational, and planning skills; attention to details with focus on quality, service, and safety; prioritizes work under deadlines, multi-tasks and adapts as needed.
6. Proactive, exercises good judgment; anticipates, addresses, and troubleshoots issues.
7. Works effectively both with a team and independently.
8. Professionally represents department and company values at all times.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather with exposure to excessive heat, cold,
wind, vibration, moving mechanical parts, and other adverse environmental conditions.
2. Ability to perform the following: heavy lifting (50-100 lbs. occasionally; 25-50 lbs.
frequently), carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, shoveling, and raking.
3. NC Commercial Driver's License with a Class A endorsement is preferred, but not required.
4. Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid NC Driver's license.