Blue Sun Farm
HIRING STABLE HANDS – Blue Sun Farm – Chapel Hill, NC
About Blue Sun Farm
Blue Sun Farm is a 112-acre farm with a lesson program and a 13-stall barn that leases out to a dressage facility. We are consistently growing our farm which includes, Blue Sun horses, pasture boarders, as well as stall boarders. Blue Sun offers two outdoor arenas and an indoor arena. We take pride in giving the utmost care to out horses and clients providing welcoming space with growth opportunities both for horses and riders alike. Our mission is to take care of all animals on property like they are our own and make a comfortable environment for employees, horses, and riders. We are a part of the Volunteer Agriculture District and have two hay fields and producing a line of sheep as well as building our assets in the equestrian community. We would love to grow our community with employees willing to be a part of our growing facility!
Shifts are available 7 DAYS A WEEK
AM feed: 7am – 11-11:30am
PM feed: 3:30pm – 5:30pm
Nightchecks: 9pm-10pm (requirement with live-in staff)
Duties
- Seeking a reliable barn hand with flexibility in hours
- MUST have experience with horses; feeding, turnout, mucking stalls, filling and cleaning water troughs/buckets, putting out hay, changing blankets
- Must be able to lift 50lbs
- Clean stalls, paddocks, and common areas to maintain hygiene standards.
- Assist with the operation of small machinery for farm maintenance tasks (gator, ATV, leaf blower, manure spreader).
- Monitor animal behavior and report any concerns to management.
- Need to be available for some holiday shifts.
Experience
- Must have experience with horses!!!!!
- Basic math skills for measuring feed and medication dosages.
- Familiarity with small equipment operation is an advantage.
- Mechanical knowledge is beneficial for performing repairs on equipment.
- A willingness to learn about growing practices and animals is essential!
This position offers an opportunity to work closely with animals in a dynamic environment while developing valuable skills in farm/animal management.
Blue Sun also offers housing for the right applicant.
If you are passionate about animal care and eager to contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply.
TO APPLY:
Forward cover letter & resume to our email address. Mention you saw us on RanchWork.com.
Email
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