Technician I, Parks (The Farm)

Job Summary The Farm at Lee Martinez Park has served as an educational and hands-on family fun experience for Fort Collins residents and visitors since 1985. The farm hosts interactive experiences, farm animals, party rentals, pony rides, a farm store, and even more for the many guests seeking local fun. Are you interested in making a difference at this Fort Collins treasure? We are hiring for a Technician I, Parks (The Farm) who will be a contributing member of the Farm’s team in providing a safe and enjoyable farm setting; feeding and caring for livestock; maintaining the farm grounds and animal pens; and assisting with farm programs, activities, and special events. There is also daily contact with the visiting public. If you don’t like getting your hands dirty, this job’s not for you. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive. Feed and care for livestock including daily pen cleaning and maintenance. Answer questions from the visiting public. Give educational tours, assist in children’s programs/ events, driving hayrides for the public Perform tasks as outlined by the farmer such as animal health care, cutting the grass, milking the cow, repairing fences, construction work, painting, preparing animals for program use, etc. Report animal food needs, damage, or missing tools and equipment Operate farm equipment including ¾ ton truck with stock trailer, small front end loader, lawn mower, and tractor with attachments such as hayrack, rotary mower, snow plow, harrows, plow and disc. Use hand tools related to carpentry, plumbing and excavation. Responsible for purchasing and reconciling procurement card receipts. Management Responsibilities No