Ag and Livestock Assistant

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This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company's locations:
Driftwood Golf and Ranch Club, set outside of Austin, TX.
Driftwood Golf and Ranch Club is seeking an Ag and Livestock Assistant to join the Farm & Garden Department.
We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and animal-loving individual for the weekends to help support daily operations with a strong focus on animal care, Member experience, and service. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on farm work, takes initiative, and values a close-knit, community-oriented, and team-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Animal Care (Primary Focus):
* Feed, water and monitor livestock daily (e.g. chickens, goats, etc)
* Clean and maintain animal housing and bedding areas
* Assist with health checks, record keeping, and minor veterinary tasks
* Handle animals calmly and safely
* Help with seasonal animal-related tasks (e.g. shearing, farrowing, etc)
* Assist Members by facilitating engaging and informative animal interactions by offering expert insights on species behavior and habitat, while ensuring both guest and animal welfare are prioritized

Other

Duties Include:

* Greet and assist Members at the Farm
* Provide Information about the farm and ag/livestock program and practices
* Help with vegetable harvesting, washing and packing
* Assist with general maintenance
* Participate in farm events and tours

Qualifications:

* Previous experience working with animals (farm care preferred)
* Friendly, respectful and confident interacting with people
* Strong work ethic and ability to work independently or as part of a team
* Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
* Experience with sustainable farming practices a plus
* Apiary/bee hive experience a plus
* Knowledge of organic or regenerative agriculture preferred
* Veterinary Technician experience, FFA/4H experience a plus Additional Requirements
* Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
* Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to business demands.
* Ability to work in a team environment.
* Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
* Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
* Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

Benefits
* Competitive Pay or Wage Range
* Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Full-Time Year Round Only)
* 401k Contribution (Full-Time Year Round Only)
* Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (Full-Time Year Round Only)
* Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
* Holiday Pay
* Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
* Work-Family Culture Set against gentle, rolling hills with towering oak trees, native wildflowers, prickly pear cacti, and massive 50-foot cliffs above a flowing creek, Driftwood Golf & Ranch Club is Texas as you’ve always imagined it. Our private, 800-acre community gives members access to 70 acres of vineyards, a championship 18-hole golf course designed by renowned architect Tom Fazio, and magnificent natural landscapes with dramatic, sweeping views of the Texas Hill Country.

Driftwood features two connected parcels:
The Ranch, which focuses on a luxurious golf-centered lifestyle; and the Creek, which features the property’s most scenic areas, including the vineyard. Located just 25 minutes outside of Austin, our family-forward destination is…