Labor Trades Worker
We at the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) take our responsibilities to you very seriously and are committed to protecting and promoting Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership. The mission of the GDA is to protect consumers, promote agriculture, both locally and globally, and assist our customers using education, technology and a professional workforce. The vision of the GDA is to continue to be a globally recognized leader in agricultural excellence through a commitment to safety, quality, growth and innovation.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Applicant must reside within 35 miles of the barn or be willing to relocate.
The Mansfield Impound Barn is the main rehabilitation center for equine that enter the GDA program for neglected horses in the State of Georgia.
- Under general supervision, performs routine general horse care and horse farm work.
- Must be willing to work on weekends and 1 ½ days during the week up to 29 hrs. per week.
- Able to make general repairs to water lines and fences and general farm maintenance
- Able to safely drive a tractor, weed eater, riding mower and other equipment
- Must be able to work around and with horses. (Medicate, feed, water and handle
- Responsible for keeping office, feed room and bathroom clean
- Clean stalls and paddocks disposing of manure
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly- hay bales
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Must have horse and farm experience. Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent. Checkable recommendations. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly- hay bales. No smoking or alcohol on the farm
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to applicants, who, in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, possess knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas:
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Two years of experience in horse handling and/or farm work. at least one year of experience in (i.e. veterinary equine clinic/hospital, boarding/breeding).
NOTE: The Georgia Department of Agriculture conducts background checks on all final candidates.
The GDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
If you need an accommodation for an interview, please contact the Personnel Office at (404) 656-3615.
