Could you be looking for opportunity, and not just another horse farm job? This position is part time for now, with the prospect of growing into much more to the right person(s) The PT position currently is in exchange for housing and all utilities only. Offering a 1200 sq ft 2 bdrm apartment, that includes all appliances with dishwasher and own washer and dryer. Utilities – power, heat, garbage, xfinity wifi and cable TV. Sorry NO PETS and we are NON SMOKING housing and facility.
The person(s) for the position will have these qualities, and we will be selective –
Current horse handling experience – more than “when I was a kid I had a horse”
Knowledgeable of horse behavior, including stallions
Is DEPENDABLE and reliable
Trustworthy and honest
Pays attention to detail
Has an observant eye – learns quickly and remembers things easily
Listens and follows directions without having to have it repeated multiple times
Understands how small farm life and caring for animals is not like other jobs where there’s a crew or others to step in, if you are not there.
Be willing to submit to drug testing and background check.
Must be able to be legally employed in the US and have no physical limitations to do the work.
Given the structure of this contract position, obviously applicant must have some other source of income for all other needs. Value of this exchange is $2,800 per month. On farm’s schedule - PT – 5 days per week 5 hours per day, and for days if owners are away. Equivalent hourly to - $26-$30 per hour!
Not set up for kids. Couple/partner - okay.
Work entails, but not limited to –
Caring for the horses (8-10 adults including stallions, and a few foals a year) regardless of weather
Cleaning stalls and barn
Hay & Grain prep for feeding, light grooming, turn out, and bring in of horses
Some paddock maintenance (Small acreage)
What’s in the Future if you desire - but not required? – FT with additional compensation
Potential for relocation with us
Learning to participate in training and conditioning horses for show – halter and cart driving
Attending and helping at shows
Training additional farm help
Leaning all aspects of horse farm management
Be advised - This is not an ad for housing for rent, but work in exchange for housing and utilities.
