Stable & Facility Operations

dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan

United States, Massachusetts, Lancaster

971 Main Street (Show on map)

Nov 09, 2024

Position:
Stable & Facility Operations

Location:

Lancaster, MA

Job Id:
646

# of Openings:
1

RFK Community Alliance has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Stable & Facility Operations position to join our Therapeutic Horsemanship Center in Lancaster MA! A $2500 sign-on bonus is available!

Who We Are

RFK Community Alliance provides high-quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi-service agency, we offer a wide range of programs serving a variety of needs across all ages from infants to seniors. We are team players when it comes to care. We work with the people we serve, their families, schools, and other community partners to develop a network of support. We provide opportunities to build skills and confidence. We nurture strength, determination, and resilience.

Who We Seek

We're looking for a reliable, experienced individual with a variety of skills to provide direct animal care and to perform various repairs, groundskeeping, and seasonal projects to ensure that the facility is safe, in excellent working order, and presentable. The ideal candidate will have experience working on a farm, managing the care of horses, significant maintenance work, technical skills, and the capability to operate motorized equipment.

Responsibilities

* Perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices,

procedures, and standards safely with minimal supervision.

* Provide daily care to the equines and small animals, including feeding and maintaining the

stall/barn cleanliness.

* Complete seasonal projects.

* Complete repairs and maintenance projects

* Maintain grounds including lawn mowing, trimming, edging, and general facility

upkeep.

* Complete regular preventative maintenance tasks and inspections.

* Assist with snow removal.

* Receive animal feed, hay, shavings, and other related products.

* Manage loading, unloading, and storing supplies.

* Communicate with trade vendors to coordinate the delivery of bulk products.

* Collaborate with the Building and Grounds Department as needed to coordinate services

and support as needed to meet the operational needs of the facility.

Requirements

* High school diploma or equivalent.

* 3+ years of experience working on an equestrian facility or working farm.

* 3+ years' experience as a maintenance worker or similar position.

* Experience working with landscaping equipment and proficient in the use of hand and

power tools.

* Strong critical thinking skills.

* Valid driver's license.

Shift

Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-3:30P

How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, and Grow Together

At RFK Community Alliance we're dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesn't happen by accident, it's by design. Together we're the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences throughout every level. Which is why we're committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, in our clientele and within our community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value, respect, and support all types of diversity across all identities including, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, gender, LGBTQIA, age religion and abilities. We take responsibility for the community we're creating here at RFK Community Alliance, and we're here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one .

Why You'll Love Us

In addition to being a part of a supportive team, we offer amazing employee benefits, including:

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Generous paid time off
Holiday Pay
Educational Assistance
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability
Retirement Plan with generous employer match
Tuition Reimbursement
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

$2,500 Sign-On Incentive

This position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance Sign-On Incentive in the amount of $2,500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1,500 after 12 months.

Key Words: Farm Hand, Equine Professional, Horsemanship, Stable Staff, Maintenance

Pay Range: $18 per hour

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