What are the responsibilities and job description for the Carrollwood Farms Farmer position at ARI Apartment Management?
Farmer
Carrollwood Farms is located in Stokes and Rockingham Counties. A family farm for generations to come, Carrollwood Farms is dedicated to showcasing and preserving the best of the region and is committed to being the best in all we do.
Job Title FARMER (full-time hourly)
Reports To HEAD FARMER
Description
The Farmer position is a full-time, hourly position requiring a flexible schedule including occasional evening and weekend work. As with all positions at Carrollwood Farms, the Farmer may be called upon to work in areas outside of the immediate area of responsibility.
Responsibilities
The Farmer’s duties include participating, under the direction of supervision including the Head Farmer’s, in all livestock and agronomic activities at the farm. This includes:
- row crop production (corn, soybeans, small grains, alternative crops) and management
- cover crop management
- beef herd management
- donkey care
- hunting (deer, turkey, and when appropriate released birds), including cleaning birds
- establishing and maintaining wildlife habitat
- maintaining farm landscapes including field edges, roads, and waterways
- farm recordkeeping
Qualifications
The Farmer should have a
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in production agriculture
- Knowledge of row crop agronomy
- Knowledge of large animal husbandry.
- Have experience in how to safely operate and maintain farm equipment including: tractors, spreaders, cultivators, discs, mowers, balers, harvest equipment, roller mixers, and more.
- Knowledge about how to store and move grain in grain bins is required, as well as how to store and handle hay
The Farmer must also be able to haul a cattle trailer (including to slaughterhouse) and use cattle handling equipment.
Individuals interested in this position must be highly motivated and have a “no job is too small mindset.” This individual must have excellent time and project management skills.
Notes
If the Farmer must work on an official holiday, arrangements will be made to provide credit for time worked.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join a dynamic operation with potential for future growth at a one-of-a-kind property.
Requirements
A willingness to work hard. Good, positive attitude. Flexible schedule. A “no job is too small mindset.” Excellent time and project management skills. Must be able to bend, lift, kneel, and twist. Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally. Must be able to walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time. Occasionally work during the rain. Able to operator tractors up to 200hp. Knowledge and ability to install fencing
Salary and Benefits: Competitive, DOE.
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