poultry & exiotic birds caretaker help

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Poultry & Exotic Birds Caretaker Help to join our dynamic farm team. In this role, you will assist in the daily care, management, and maintenance of poultry and exotic bird species, ensuring their health, safety, and well-being. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors in a vibrant agricultural environment, supporting the growth and sustainability of diverse bird populations. Your enthusiasm for animal husbandry combined with mechanical aptitude will contribute to the smooth operation of our farm facilities and equipment.

Duties

• Assist with feeding, watering, and cleaning enclosures for poultry and exotic birds to maintain optimal health and hygiene standards
• Support the handling and management of birds during routine health checks, vaccinations, and breeding activities
• Operate farm machinery such as tractors, irrigation systems, and other equipment necessary for daily farm operations
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs on farm equipment, including power tools, hand tools, and small machinery to ensure safety and functionality
• Assist with manual handling tasks including heavy lifting of feed bags, bird cages, or equipment while adhering to safety standards in production
• Support the supervision of other farm staff or volunteers involved in animal care activities
• Maintain detailed records of bird health, feeding schedules, breeding data, and equipment maintenance logs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in animal care, livestock handling or farm work with a focus on poultry or exotic birds preferred
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in a farm or agricultural setting is advantageous
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, agricultural tractors, or other farm machinery safely
• Mechanical knowledge including equipment repair, welding skills, and general maintenance expertise
• Familiarity with safety standards in agricultural production environments
• Experience with irrigation systems, horticulture practices or greenhouse operations is a plus
• Physical ability to perform manual handling tasks involving heavy lifting and outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• Basic math skills for record keeping and inventory management
• Knowledge of animal husbandry practices specific to poultry and exotic bird species

Join us in nurturing vibrant bird populations while honing your skills in a lively farming environment! This paid position offers valuable hands-on experience working with diverse animals and modern agricultural machinery. We value passionate individuals eager to contribute to sustainable farming practices while developing their expertise in animal care and farm operations.

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $15