Farmhand & Groundskeeper: Animal Care & Farm Ops

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

CE allowance

Generous PTO

Job summary

Mount Laurel Veterinary Farm in Mount Laurel, NJ is seeking a dependable Farmhand/Groundskeeper to support daily animal care and property maintenance on our farm. The role reports to the Facility Manager, requires physically demanding outdoor work, and prefers 3–5 years of farming or livestock experience along with a valid driver’s license and ability to operate farm equipment.

Benefits include competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401(k) with employer matching, CE

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience on a farm or with livestock preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience handling animals of varying sizes.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, management, and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Feed, turn out, and provide daily care for farm animals.
• Clean and muck stalls, run-in sheds, fields, and animal shelters.
• Maintain inventory of animal feed, bedding, and supplies.
• Operate tractors and other farm equipment as required.
• Safely operate hand tools and power tools.
• Perform general farm and grounds maintenance, including fence repair, mowing, weed trimming, brush clearing, pressure washing, raking, and shoveling.
• Assist with snow and ice removal as needed.
• Drive company vehicles as required.
• Support the Facilities Department with additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Effective communication

Physically fit

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Mount Laurel Veterinary Farm in Mount Laurel, NJ is seeking a dependable Farmhand/Groundskeeper to support daily animal care and property maintenance on our farm. The role reports to the Facility Manager, requires physically demanding outdoor work, and prefers 3–5 years of farming or livestock experience along with a valid driver’s license and ability to operate farm equipment.

Benefits include competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401(k) with employer matching, CE