Livestock Program Assistant

Turner Farm Livestock Program Assistant

Full time, permanent position with a primary schedule of Monday–Friday, occasional weekend and holiday shifts based on operational needs.

• Red Devon Cattle
• Katahdin Sheep
• Laying Hens
• Hogs (Seasonal)
• Meat birds (Seasonal)
• Other livestock enterprises that may be added over time.

The Livestock Assistant will report to the Livestock Program Manager and work with other Livestock Program Assistants and Livestock Program Interns.

• Daily husbandry activities to keep livestock healthy and productive
• Feeding, watering, and administering medicines as directed by the Livestock Program Manager
• Rotating animals among pastures and paddocks using electrified net fencing and multi‑strand poly wire fences
• Cleaning and repairing stalls and other livestock‑occupied areas
• Assisting with humane transport of livestock
• Responding to emergencies (e.g., animal escapes)
• Assisting with mowing fields, seeding pastures, building fences, and other pasture projects
• Collecting and inspecting eggs for washing and packing in cartons

• Strong work knowledge and organizational skills
• Respect and caution around large animals
• Reliability and dependability
• Adaptability to meet animal‑care needs
• Eagerness and willingness to learn and collaborate

• Previous experience with livestock or other large‑animal-related fields
• Interest and basic knowledge of farming, biology, and livestock animals
• Strength and flexibility – ability to lift heavy objects/animals safely
• Prior experience with agricultural equipment and large machinery operations preferred
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license

In‑depth training on soil health, management‑intensive grazing, holistic planned grazing, and other regenerative practices will be offered in‑house and utilized.