Livestock Caretaker

As a Livestock Caretaker, you will play a vital role in creating memorable guest experiences by caring for the animals at our Petting Farm. This hands-on position involves daily animal care, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and interacting with guests to provide an educational and enjoyable experience.In this role, you demonstrate Westgate's core values of Passion, Integrity, and Work Ethic in every interaction.What You'll Do as a Livestock Caretaker:Complete daily opening and closing procedures for the Petting Farm.Provide daily care for all animals, including feeding and watering twice daily.Clean and maintain animal pens and surrounding areas.Monitor animals and identify signs of illness or injury, reporting concerns to the Livestock Manager.Perform pony rides and safely interact with resort guests.Educate guests about the animals, Petting Farm procedures, and proper animal interaction.Enforce established guest safety rules and procedures.Handle, brush, lead, and interact with livestock in a safe and appropriate manner.Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming guest and work areas.Assist with inventory of animal feed, supplies, and livestock.Load and unload 50-pound bags of feed and hay bales.Assist with special events and other livestock-related activities.Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.Perform additional duties as assigned based on operational needs.