Farm Hand
Part Time • Huntertown
About the Role
Van’s Home Center is hiring a Part-Time Farm Hand whose work will directly support the daily operations and mission of "My Little Barn", a nonprofit farm by Rea's Heart dedicated to creating a place of healing, connection, and hope for children and families. While Van’s is the employer of record, this position is performed entirely on-site at the farm in Huntertown and is integral to ensuring the animals and facilities are cared for with excellence.
This role requires consistent availability to complete morning and evening feedings. In addition to animal care, the position involves hands-on maintenance, repairs, and small construction projects around the farm.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Animal Care (Twice Per Day) Animals: Mini Donkeys, Mini Cows, Nigerian Dwarf Goats, Rabbits, and Chickens
- Feed, water, and care for animals every morning and evening. Prefer 6-7 day availability, but some flexibility exist.
- Conduct wellness checks and promptly report any concerns
- Muck stalls, clean pens, refresh bedding, and maintain clean barn environments
- Assist with safe and compassionate animal handling and basic grooming
- Ensure all animals are secure and their living areas meet safety standards
Farm Maintenance & Handyman Duties
- Perform routine repairs on barns, shelters, fences, stalls, and equipment
- Install or repair fencing and gates
- Assist with small building projects and property improvements
- Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition
- Proactively identify and communicate maintenance and safety needs
Mission-Driven Workplace Expectations
- Represent both Van’s Home Center and Rea’s Heart professionally
- Demonstrate compassion, kindness, and respect toward animals, staff, families, and volunteers
- Follow all safety procedures for tools, equipment, animals, and property
- Work independently and reliably, especially for daily feeding routines
Qualifications
- Experience with farm animals preferred
- Handyman, carpentry, or light construction experience required
- Ability to lift 50–75 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks
- Comfortable working outdoors in all seasons
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
- Dependable transportation
- Must be available for both morning and evening feedings. Each feeding typically takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.
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Successful completion of a background check is required
- A heart for supporting Rea’s Heart’s mission is highly valued
Hours & Compensation
- Approximately 20–25 hours per week
- Required morning and evening duties daily
- Additional hours available for maintenance or seasonal projects
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$25.00 per hour
Compensation: $25.00 per hour
About Van's Home Center
Van’s Home Center in Auburn has been a family owned and operated business since 1973. A lot has changed in that time. We’ve expanded our product lines to provide customers with everything they need for their home, all in one place. This includes living, dining, and bedroom furniture, mattresses, appliances, flooring, tile, and cabinets and countertops. But, what really matters hasn’t changed. We hold true to our founder’s core values of integrity and hard work, and consistently work to be the best customer-centric company in the home-furnishings industry. We strive to positively impact the lives of our customers and their families by providing quality products and services for their home at a fair price. With support from dedicated management, sales, and customer service teams, we will never fail to recognize, nor take for granted, the immeasurable value of a lifetime, loyal customer.
Van’s Home Center in Auburn has been a family owned and operated business since 1973. A lot has changed in that time. We’ve expanded our product lines to provide customers with everything they need for their home, all in one place. This includes living, dining, and bedroom furniture, mattresses, appliances, flooring, tile, and cabinets and countertops. But, what really matters hasn’t changed. We hold true to our founder’s core values of integrity and hard work, and consistently work to be the best customer-centric company in the home-furnishings industry. We strive to positively impact the lives of our customers and their families by providing quality products and services for their home at a fair price. With support from dedicated management, sales, and customer service teams, we will never fail to recognize, nor take for granted, the immeasurable value of a lifetime, loyal customer.
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Opportunity For Growth
We offer our team members regular opportunities for professional growth, whether it be in your current department or cross-department.
Desirable Perks
We offer a company health plan, 401k with employer match, paid time off, closure on major holidays, bonuses, competitive wages and more.