Live On Site Farm Help

Kent WA

Description

FULL TIME POSITION - We’re looking for Live on Site Farm Help for our small acreage Miniature Horse farm. Compensation VALUE for this position equates to up to $30k per annum for the right fit. (Housing compensation is based on average housing costs for our area) The longer you stay the more you can make. This compensation package includes housing and ALL UTILITIES, plus additional cash - amount depending on work quality and longevity. Trust and loyalty goes a long way here. Horse Experience is Required! We are a small private breeding farm, not a boarding facility, so work hours are not elongated, unless you desire to spend more time with the horses. Current work days – Sunday thru Thursday. Tasks Include but not limited to: • General barn cleaning, paddock cleaning/maintenance and stall cleaning (currently 14 mini horses and mini stalls, but still reducing breeding stock) • Horse turn in and out / feeding 2x per day • Monitor any potential hazards to avoid horse accidents, sickness and injury • Minor daily grooming • Assist with breeding program, foaling and foal handling when needed • Cover duties during owner’s absence • Additional tasks for additional pay potential • Occasional assist with stacking hay and offloading grain bags & restocking feed room. ALL applicants MUST have current horse knowledge and handling experience to be considered. If you enjoy farm life or maybe are a budding horse trainer or lover, this job may be just up your alley. Housing is a clean, 2 bdrm, 1,200sf separate entrance home apartment, all major appliances, with microwave and dishwasher, complete with own washer and dryer, all utilities paid – power, heat, including water, garbage, cable TV and WiFi. Save from no work commute – you’re already there! Safe and comfortable living. Sorry no pets and if you are just looking for temporary housing… please don’t apply. This is not a tenancy, it is a contract employment opportunity and requesting longevity. Requirements: • Verifiable current horse experience a must! • Able to lift 50 lb bag of grain and help with hay deliveries when needed. • Integrity / Honest and Good Work Ethic a must… we live here too! • You have completed, and familiar with, this type of work and enjoy farm type lifestyle, we work in all types of weather and sometimes including holidays. Horses gotta eat! • Must be dependable with no disabilities or health issues that would prevent you, or harm you from doing the daily duties required • Nonsmoking apartment and facility – Drugs and/or alcohol abuse use will not be tolerated! • Able to follow Directions • Work independently and understand the importance of maintenance, and being on time! Horses are impatient! • Prides in work accomplished and presentation of the facility – our barn area is our store front • Not looking for short term help • Valid Photo ID/ Driver’s License Applicant must agree to drug testing and background check (including any other persons residing), provide 2-3 valid work references, have their own transportation and must be able to sustain any other living expenses above the compensation package. Perfect for a duo capable working couple saving up money or getting back on their feet with both working anyway. Compensation and potential bonuses above housing & utilities is based on performance of work and longevity. This housing is contingent upon continued contract employment. No Drama Situations wanted or tolerated! All information will be verified and/or physical proof provided. Must speak English. This opportunity may not fit everyone but if you feel it would, respond back to receive online application information.