Draft horse caretaker wanted

[Julie Clemons]

Sorry for the weird formatting; this came out of Shelburne Farms’ newsletter, InFARMation. Shelburne Farms is located just outside Burlington, Vermont. http://www.shelburnefarms.org

Help wanted:
Draft Horse
Teamster/
Assistant
Private resident located
on Shelburne Farms is
looking for an assistant to
help with working draft
horses, maintaining barn
and equipment and related
tasks. Must have experi-
ence with horses but not
necessarily that much
experience with driving.
Needs to be physically fit
, able to lift and to carry
out farm tasks. Will be
working in all kinds of
weather year around.
Hours are flexible , 25 –
35 hours/week including
possibly one weekend
day. Will be responsible
for cleaning stalls and barn
and feeding barn animals.
Mechanical knowledge a
plus. Must be able to
socialize and enjoy talking
with the general public.
Great job opportunity for
someone who enjoys a
wide variety of experi-
ences, is interested in
learning new things and
enjoys outdoor work.
Looking for someone
willing to commit for at
least 2 years. Please
contact Cathy Wells, 802-
985-2304.

[dave cassidy]

good day to you ; i am interested in the position as caretaker but long term i have exp with drafthorses but rusty!
can clean barn,water buckets and corral area,minor first aid,check for cuts,lameness and loose shoes b-4 turnout
can take calls for hay and sleigh rides as well as manage them. repair stalls barn and fences, assit farrier and vet
can drive single and double but rusty! drive a tractor and spreader,do nite chores and farm sit,minor landscaping,
drywall and window screen repair. i am from ILL and would need time to relocate.

[dave cassidy]

@dave cassidy 35070 wrote:

good day to you ; i am interested in the position as caretaker but long term i have exp with drafthorses but rusty!
can clean barn,water buckets and corral area,minor first aid,check for cuts,lameness and loose shoes b-4 turnout
can take calls for hay and sleigh rides as well as manage them. repair stalls barn and fences, assit farrier and vet
can drive single and double but rusty! drive a tractor and spreader,do nite chores and farm sit,minor landscaping,
drywall and window screen repair. i am from ILL and would need time to relocate wanting to start a program in
livery with drafthorses called ride a draft and start a hay ride with giant belgians 18-19 hands high

[dave cassidy]

are you still in the drafthorse business i am interested in a position with your farm have drafthorse exp. would like
live-in position year round forever. have done hay and sleigh rides,repair stalls,barn and fences,

[jen judkins]

Dave, I think this ad is old and I am not sure the position is still open. If you are interested please call, Cathy Wells at the number above. Julie was just posting for her and is not the person hiring.

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