Property Caretaker in Charlottesville, VA
Part TimeJob Description
Job Description
Our 50 acre farm has been our home for over 25 years. We are looking for someone that will care for it as we do and stay long term. Plans to renovate a building for on-site caretaker living within a year.
We need someone who is experienced with all sorts of farm work like using equipment in managing land, fencing, trees and trails, upkeep of exterior of buildings and the possibility of assisting with on-site knife making business. Full knife shop and woodworking shop on site, experience in those areas a plus.
Essential Skills and Experience:
Experience with tractor and small farm equipment including tractors, bush hog, implements, etc.
Experience with excavation equipment
Experience feeding and caring for domestic animals, sheep and chickens
Experience hauling a variety of trailers
Lawn care with zero turn mower and weed eater.
Experience with small engine repair or maintenace, a plus.
Other skills:
Willingness and ability to learn and take on new skills and responsibilities
Highly organized
Need to keep work areas organized
Clean Driving record
Must be 21+
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in all weather conditions indoors and out, year round
Ability to work with small and large farm equipment, mowers, weeders, tree trimmers, etc.
Regular ladder-climbing
Ability to lift 50lbs+
Full-time hours
Monday to Friday with some weekend availability
Education:
High school or equivalent
Experience in fencing and land management, small animal care, large equipment use and general property upkeep is a plus.
Experience in wood working a plus.
Immediate opening
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