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SalaryThe Washington County Home is seeking qualified applicants for a Farm Laborer.
Reports to the Farm Specialist and assists with the day to day operation of the farm. Duties include, but are not limited to: the care of livestock (i.e., watering, feeding, bedding, cleaning stalls, inoculations, fence building/repair, etc.); planting/harvesting/grinding crops for feed supply, haying, cleaning and general repairs of farm equipment and barns; as well as mowing. Complies with all safety requirements.
Reports to the Farm Specialist and assists with the day to day operation of the farm. Duties include, but are not limited to: the care of livestock (i.e., watering, feeding, bedding, cleaning stalls, inoculations, fence building/repair, etc.); planting/harvesting/grinding crops for feed supply, haying, cleaning and general repairs of farm equipment and barns; as well as mowing. Complies with all safety requirements.
Assist Farm Specialist to preform work-related miscellaneous tasks (i.e., attends meetings/in-services).
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs other job related duties as necessary.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS:
- Knowledge of: safety practices and procedures; department goals and objectives; department policies and procedures; agriculture; farming.
- Skill in: motor vehicle operation; use and operation of farm vehicles and equipment.
- Ability to: recognizes unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; communicates effectively; recognizes safety warnings; read short sentences of basic vocabulary; develops and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates physical endurance.
