The 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.
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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.
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Complies with all safety requirements.
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Assist Farm Specialist to preform work-related miscellaneous tasks (i.e., attends meetings/in-services).
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Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
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Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Performs other job related duties as necessary.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS:
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Knowledge of: safety practices and procedures; department goals and objectives; department policies and procedures; agriculture; farming.
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Skill in: motor vehicle operation; use and operation of farm vehicles and equipment.
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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.