Farm Care Technician

Reports to: Farm Program Manager

HOURS: Full-time, 40-hours a week

Email resume and cover letter to HR@NHSPCA.org

General responsibilities:

· Feeding, paddock and stall cleaning, scrubbing and refilling water troughs, and grooming/ handling of farm animals, including spot cleaning of animal and public areas throughout the day.

· Monitoring the health of the animals on an ongoing basis and immediately reporting any health problems or conditions (medical or behavioral) to Farm Program Manager.

· Treating all animals and people humanely, properly, and with compassion at all times, regardless of the situation or circumstance.

· Working courteously and cooperatively with other staff members, volunteers, and the public.

· Understand and follow department SOPs.

· Other duties as assigned by the Farm Program Manager.

· Opportunities to assist in routine medical treatment and behavioral training of animals may be available to the right candidate.

Requirements :

· Prior equine or large animal experience.

· Maturity, good judgment and a professional personal appearance.

· Flexibility, ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize them.

· The ability to remain pleasant and calm even in stressful situations.

· Comfortable working in close proximity with large farm animals and/or nervous or inexperienced animals.

· Ability to understand and effectively teach methods of humane animal care and treatment.

· Physical ability to walk and/or stand on your feet throughout a normal workday required.

· Physical ability to engage in repetitive motions of legs, arms, and hands, to hear, to see, to move animals and materials.

· Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds and less.

· Availability and a willingness to work a flexible schedule are a plus.

· Must be at least 18 years of age and have valid driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person