Animal Caregiver

About us

Sleepy Pig Farm Animal Sanctuary is a non profit farmed animal sanctuary in Granville, NY. Our focus is rescuing, rehabilitating and caring for rescued farmed animals.

We care for over 50 rescued farmed animals including farmed pigs, potbelly pigs, goats, sheep, cows, chickens, ducks and turkeys. Each animal has specific needs that we meet on a daily basis.

We are seeking an Animal Caregiver to join our team at Sleepy Pig Farm Animal Sanctuary in Granville, NY. The ideal candidate will have experience with caring for farmed animals, experience using machinery, and able to lift minimum of 50lbs. This is a physically demanding job that requires heavy lifting and being on your feet for long periods of time .Responsibilities:- Feeding and watering many types of rescued farmed animals (ex. farmed pigs, potbelly pigs, goats, sheep, cows, ducks, chickens and turkeys). Maintaining a very clean environment - Operate heavy equipment such as tractors and mowers or a will to learn- Perform heavy lifting as needed- Administering medications to rescued animals. Skills:- Experience with caring for farmed animals (ex.pigs, goats, sheep, cows, chickens, ducks, turkeys)- Ability to perform heavy lifting Benefits:- Competitive pay based on experience- Opportunities for growth within the company Requirements:- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds- Must have farmed animal caregiving experience -reliable transportation Job Type: Part-time

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Granville, NY 12832: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Animal care: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person