Farm Hand / Horse / Animal Caretaker

Farm Hand / Livestock Care Team Member

Beaver Dam Farms | Colbert, Georgia

Care for the Animals That Make Beaver Dam Farms Special

Beaver Dam Farms is seeking a compassionate, hardworking, and dependable Farm Hand / Livestock Care Team Member to join our team on the historic 1,000-acre former estate of country music legend Kenny Rogers.

At Beaver Dam Farms, the health, happiness, and well-being of our animals always come first. We are looking for someone who will care for every animal as if it were their own—someone who takes pride in providing exceptional care, notices the little things, and understands that great farming starts with great animal husbandry.

Our farm is home to a diverse collection of livestock, beautiful pastures, and an all-organic garden. If you love working outdoors, enjoy caring for animals, and want to be part of a team that values excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Farm Hand / Livestock Care Team Member is responsible for the daily care of our animals and helping maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment throughout the farm. This role requires someone who is dependable, observant, physically capable, and genuinely passionate about animal welfare.

Our Farm Includes

You'll help care for a wide variety of animals, including:

• Berkshire pigs
• Horses
• Clydesdales
• Donkeys
• Meat chickens
• Laying chickens
• Turkeys
• Ducks

In addition to our livestock, Beaver Dam Farms features a thriving all-organic garden, which supports our commitment to quality and sustainability.

ResponsibilitiesAnimal Care

• Feed and water all livestock according to established schedules
• Ensure animals always have access to clean water, quality feed, and hay
• Monitor the health, behavior, and overall well-being of each animal
• Observe for signs of illness, injury, or distress and report concerns immediately
• Handle livestock calmly, safely, and with respect
• Clean stalls, barns, pens, coops, and feeding areas daily
• Maintain fresh bedding and clean living environments
• Bathing the horses
• Help ensure every animal receives exceptional daily care and attention

Farm Support

• Unload and organize feed, hay, bedding, and farm supplies
• Assist with seasonal farm projects and improvements
• Help maintain clean, organized barns, feed rooms, and work areas
• Support the team wherever needed to keep daily farm operations running smoothly

Qualifications

• Previous farm or livestock experience preferred but not required
• Comfortable working around both large and small animals
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Valid driver's license preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays as needed

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who:

• Loves animals and treats every one of them with patience, kindness, and respect
• Understands that outstanding animal care is the foundation of a successful farm
• Takes pride in keeping barns, stalls, and animal spaces clean and organized
• Is observant and notices small changes in an animal's health or behavior
• Is dependable, self-motivated, and eager to help wherever needed
• Enjoys physical work and being outdoors
• Wants to grow with a team that values integrity, stewardship, and excellence

Why Beaver Dam Farms?

Beaver Dam Farms is more than a workplace—it's a unique property where agriculture, animal care, and conservation come together. Set on the former estate of Kenny Rogers, our 1,000-acre farm is home to a diverse collection of livestock and an all-organic garden, all cared for by a team that believes in doing things the right way.

If you're passionate about caring for animals, enjoy meaningful work, and want to be part of something special, we'd love to welcome you to Beaver Dam Farms.

Pay: $13.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $25