Alpaca Farm Manager at Farm Search Portland

Alpaca Farm Manager job at Farm Job Search. Portland, OR.

Alpaca Farm Manager (6320)

Location:

Portland, Oregon

Job Number: 6320

This position involves overseeing and managing various aspects of a 65-90 head alpaca farm. The farm includes 2 barns, multiple shelters, 10 acres of irrigated pastures, fences, farm roads, irrigation systems, and more. The owners live on-site and are actively involved in farm operations. Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English is required.

• Management of farm staff, including hiring, firing, and training with input from owners
• Collaborate with the Head Gardener and garden team, sharing equipment and assisting as needed
• Supervise alpaca health, birthing, training, assist in sales, and attend shows when required
• Manage large-scale farm compost operations
• Oversee pasture health through fertilizing, liming, replanting, and mole eradication
• Operate and maintain tractors, mowers, chainsaws, power tools, and hand tools
• Perform maintenance and minor repairs on farm systems such as electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and irrigation; coordinate repairs with specialists when necessary
• Maintain farm infrastructure including roads, fences, gutters, and structures through tasks like firewood handling and pressure washing
• Transport alpacas using truck and trailer to shows or veterinary appointments
• Be available for troubleshooting unforeseen issues on the farm
• Proficiency in computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel, is desirable
• Work effectively with staff and customers, organizing and communicating tasks clearly
• Keep detailed records of farm activities and needs
• Perform outdoor work in all weather conditions, including lifting hay bales, feed, and fertilizer bags
• Willing to work longer hours and weekends when required
• Reliable transportation is necessary

• Livestock experience, preferably with camelids
• Experience showing animals is a plus
• Good handyman skills
• Animal science degree preferred
• Management experience, ideally in farm or ranch management

This position requires living near the farm. Compensation is salary-based, depending on experience and skills. After 6 months, benefits include:

• 6 paid holidays
• 2 weeks paid vacation annually
• 1 week sick pay annually
• $100 medical bonus per month