General Farm Help

Location : Joelton, TennesseeJob Number : 6338

We have a 17 acre hobby and cattle farm, specializing in grass fed Angus. We have a caretaker position available which requires a self-motivated, mature worker with checkable references and a solid working history. Must have transportation, a valid driving license, no criminal record, have government issued ID, and be legally allowed to work in the United States. Ideally, you will have a long work history in this field or have grown up on a farm. We only raise a few head and willingly co-op and share a portion of the yearly meat harvest which we process from the farm with our worker.

Spring through fall will generally require the successful applicant to work 16 to 28 hours per month : winter hours, up to 16 hours per month. The times, days and monthly hours will be completely flexible as long as the needs are met. Wages will depend upon experience.

Benefits : This is a job for an independent contractor. We offer no additional benefits other than stable, very long term, part time employment.

We do offer co-op sharing of meat which is raised and harvested on the farm.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Basic maintenance and operation of a diesel farm tractor with bush hog, tiller, bucket-scoop, weed / brush eater and blade attachments.

2. Ability to maintain and safely use equipment such as chain saw, pole saw, welder, and associated farm and garden equipment.

3. Must be able to maintain barb wire perimeter and electric fencing.

4. Have a working knowledge of caring for horses and cattle.

5. Lawn mowing and bush hogging in summer months.

6. General handyman and mechanical skills.

7. Cutting and stockpiling of fire logs when trees are fallen.

8. Ability to keep tools, barn and equipment organized and clutter free.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have transportation, a valid driving license, no criminal record, have government issued ID, and be legally allowed to work in the United States.

Ideally, you will have a long work history in this field or have grown up on a farm.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

General handyman and mechanical skills. Ideally, you will have a long work history in this field or have grown up on a farm.

1. Basic maintenance and operation of a diesel farm tractor with bush hog, tiller, bucket-scoop, weed / brush eater and blade attachments.

2. Ability to maintain and safely use equipment such as chain saw, pole saw, welder, and associated farm and garden equipment.

3. Must be able to maintain barb wire perimeter and electric fencing.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

None

SKILLS

General handyman and mechanical skills.

Ideally, you will have a long work history in this field or have grown up on a farm.