Provides care for animals on the farm. Feeds and waters animals, perform basic veterinary care, and cleans stalls, paddocks, and feeding equipment. Assists in preparing grounds for daily activities and guest arrival.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
Feeds, waters and cares for animals according to detailed instructions
Cleans stalls and paddocks, feeding equipment and tack room
Works closely with volunteers
Oversees health condition and behavior of animals; reports injuries, disease or abnormal behavior to supervisor and / or designated person
Moves horses to pastures and stalls as directed
Administers required medications
Documents all care and procedures as directed
Keeps barn and associated areas clean and orderly
Trailers and hauls horses, as needed
Prepares, cleans, and sets up outside seating areas, pathways, walkways, gardens for daily programs and guests
COMPETENCIES :
Highly skilled in working with animals
Experience administering medications
Skill in concentrating on routine tasks
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Experience trailering horses and hauling a horse trailer
Can stoop, bend and do manual labor
Can lift 50-75 pounds
Can stand and walk for the duration of the scheduled shift
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
One year animal care experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and / or education from which comparable knowledge and skills have been achieved.
High level of commitment to the care and well-being of all farm animals
Observant and detail-oriented
Remains focused on routine tasks
Ability to work well and interact with a diverse group of people
Must have reliable transportation
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
Must have fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or be eligible to receive within four (4) weeks of hire.
This description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not intended to determine specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. It is not intended to limit in any way the right of supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. Essential functions and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.