Agricultural Facilities Assistant at Regional School District 14

Region 14 Vacancy

• Water and drag the equine riding arena to maintain proper footing conditions.
• Perform routine brush hogging of livestock pastures using tractor implements.
• Maintain equipment and facilities in a clean and operable condition (tractors, attachments, gates, water lines, fencing, etc.).
• Safety lift and throw round bales for livestock feed as needed.
• Assist with routine repairs, preventative maintenance, and grounds upkeep.
• Monitor and maintain the gasoline and oil supply used for farm equipment, landscaping tools, and agricultural mechanics classes; ensure fuel tanks are filled, two-stroke mixes are prepared as needed, and oil reserves are stocked for facility equipment.
• Manage farm deliveries, including coordinating feed, hay, and supply drop-offs; work collaboratively with Agriscience staff to determine inventory needs and communicate with vendors to schedule and receive deliveries.
• Provide transportation for Agriscience teachers using school vehicles as needed, including drop-offs and pick-ups for bus maintenance appointments or other program-related tasks that require district vehicle use. 

• Coordinate and maintain the student weekend feeding schedule in collaboration with Agriscience staff.
• Feed and monitor companion animals, livestock, and equines on weekends or during holidays when student workers are unavailable.
• Observe animals for signs of illness or injury and report concerns promptly.
• Support daily upkeep and operations within the aquahouse and greenhouse facilities, including watering, cleaning, and care as needed.
• Clean and bed stalls, pens, or aquaculture areas to ensure safe and functional environments.

• Work closely with Agriscience teachers who manage designated sections of the facilities (e.g., livestock, equine, aquaculture, greenhouse, etc.). These teachers serve as the supervising managers of their respective program areas.
• Provide guidance to student workers in proper handling and facility tasks.
• Assist in preparing agricultural education spaces for student labs, events, and demonstrations.
• Support the goals of the Agriscience program by maintaining an environment that aligns with best practices and safety.

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. (e.g., hay bales, feed bags)
• Work in outdoor environments in various weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity to operate machinery and perform maintenance tasks.

• Flexible part-time hours averaging 25-28 hours per week, with seasonal peak workloads.
• Must be available for weekend feedings and rotating holiday coverage.
• Occasional early mornings or evenings, as needed for operational purposes.

• $20-$25 an hour depending on work experience and recommendations.
• Opportunities for additional earnings with extra duties
• CDL candidates could earn additional driving compensation
• CT-Paid Sick Leave Available

• Experience in farm, livestock, or equine facility operations strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in operating farm machinery, including tractors, brush hogs, and utility vehicles.
• Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred but not required.
• Must complete a school district background check and fingerprinting process, and will be willing to participate in random drug/alcohol testing as a driver of school-owned vehicles.
• Ability to work independently and complete physically demanding tasks.
• Comfortable working with youth in an educational setting.
• Basic knowledge of animal care and safety protocols.