Farm Hand at Oak Ridge Farm (Oconomowoc)

Seeking an individual to work evenings (between 4-7 p.m.) and/or weekends (2 per month) to assist with feeding livestock (sheep, cows, chickens, pigs), cleaning pens, and general ground maintenance (mowing, trimming, etc.). All new employees will receive on-the-job training.

• Tend to farm animals and livestock to keep them fed and their living environment healthy and clean.
• Perform general ground maintenance such as lawn mowing, trimming, painting, etc.
• Ensure that operational areas are clean and maintained.

Reports to the Recreation Supervisor of Oakridge Farm.

• Be at least 15 years of age.
• Able to meet the scheduling needs for this position
• Access to reliable transportation

• Experience working with farm animals preferred but not required

• Desire to work with livestock in a farm setting.
• Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures.
• Ability to walk on trails and uneven terrain.
• Ability to work well with limited supervision and demonstrate flexibility.
• Ability to make independent decisions and respond to immediate needs of animals when necessary.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to work evenings (4-7 p.m.) and/or weekends (two per month).

• Team mentality, friendly, cooperative, efficient, and professional.
• This work environment includes physical activity such as walking, bending, lifting, and working in all weather conditions.