Lawn technician for private horse farm

Job Overview

Join our dedicated team as a Lawn Technician at a private horse farm, where you will be responsible for maintaining pristine outdoor spaces that support the health and well-being of our horses and enhance the beauty of our property. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors in a dynamic environment, combining technical skills with animal care to ensure the farm’s grounds are safe, functional, and visually appealing. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help create an optimal environment for both livestock and staff.

Duties

• Mow, trim, and edge lawns using riding or push mowers, ensuring even coverage and healthy turf growth
• Operate agricultural tractors, lawn equipment, and power tools safely and efficiently for routine maintenance tasks
• Maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper watering schedules and prevent water wastage
• Perform minor repairs on equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and irrigation systems; assist with larger repairs including welding or mechanical fixes when needed
• Assist with animal husbandry tasks by managing outdoor enclosures, ensuring safe grazing areas, and supporting livestock handling activities
• Conduct regular safety inspections of outdoor areas, fences, and equipment to adhere to safety standards in production
• Support farm maintenance operations by handling manual tasks such as heavy lifting, manual handling of materials, and using hand tools or power tools for repairs

Requirements

• Proven experience working outdoors in farm or horticultural environments with a strong understanding of farming practices
• You must have reliable transportation.
• Clean driving record is mandatory.
• This is a drug free environment.
• Familiarity with farm machinery operation including agricultural tractors, heavy equipment operation, and equipment maintenance
• Knowledge of animal care practices related to livestock management and equine handling
• Mechanical knowledge with experience in equipment repair, welding, and MRO (maintenance, repair & operations) tasks
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and handle manual tasks efficiently in outdoor settings
• Strong understanding of safety standards in agricultural production environments
• Excellent organizational skills with basic math proficiency for measurements and calculations related to irrigation or horticulture projects
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of safety and quality in all tasks

Join us if you’re passionate about outdoor work, animal husbandry, and maintaining beautiful farm landscapes! This paid position offers a rewarding environment where your skills directly contribute to the health of our animals and the beauty of our property.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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