Goat Dairy Milker

Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets; Vermont; On-site; USD 3,200 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Tup's Crossing Farm in Orwell, VT is seeking a part-time milker for mornings from 4:30am to about 7:30–8:00am. The role may be shared between two people, providing four shifts weekly. Expect duties involving milking, basic livestock handling, and reliable, attentive work habits.

Paid per shift, with starting pay at $75 and up to $80 with experience. Serious inquiries only; housing is not provided. The position is year-round with flexible scheduling to suit availability.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to work independently and with focus on detail.
• Must be reliable with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Milking morning shift 4:30am–7:30/8:00am.
• Shift may be split between two people (each taking 2 shifts).
• Lift up to 50 lbs, work with dogs, handle goats.
• Interest in longer-term involvement with the farm.

Job description

Job Title

Part-Time Milker Wanted, Commercial Goat Dairy

Job Description

Tup's Crossing Farm is looking to add a part-time milker to the team! We are looking to fill 4 morning shifts a week with flexibility to work around the new team member's availability for which four mornings: Monday-Saturday. The position could potentially be split between two people, each taking 2 shifts.

The morning milking shift runs from 4:30am to 7:30-8:00am. Pay starts at $75/shift and will go up to $80 with experience. Work requires being able to work independently, remain attentive to details, lift 50lbs, be with dogs, and occasionally wrestle an obstinate goat. Reliability and clear communication skills are a must. Interest in a longer term commitment to the farm is highly desired. We are in Orwell, VT. Serious Inquiries only please.

Job Duration

Year-round

Is on-site housing available for staff?

No