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We're hiring for the 2026 season!

We have the following positions available:

Position:
Barnyard zookeeper
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Open: January 1st, 2026

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Job Position: Barnyard Zookeeper

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Are you passionate about animals, love working with people, and enjoy hands-on work? We’re hiring a Barnyard Zookeepers for our 2025 season to care for our beloved miniature farm animals and create memorable experiences for our visitors.

 

This position focuses on animal care, maintaining a clean and welcoming barn space, and leading fun, interactive animal encounters and activities for guests. If you’re hardworking, outgoing, and enjoy working with animals and people, this job is for you!

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What You'll Do:

  • Provide daily care for our miniature petting zoo animals, including feeding, watering, and monitoring their health.

  • Perform morning barn cleaning chores to maintain a tidy and safe environment.

  • Lead engaging animal encounters for registered participants, sharing fun facts and creating memorable experiences.

  • Interact with customers to provide excellent service, troubleshoot issues, and handle payments.

  • Assist with birthday parties and events on the farm, including crafts, activities, games, and more.

  • Support the farm’s production operations by assisting with additional animal care tasks as needed.

 

Why You'll Love This Job:

  • Spend your day caring for adorable farm animals and connecting with people of all ages.

  • Be part of a fun and dynamic farm environment with opportunities to lead activities and events.

  • Work in a role that blends animal care, customer service, and creativity.

  • Potential to combine this position with a Mobile Petting Zoo Wrangler role for extra hours and variety.

 

What We're Looking For:

  • Animal Experience: Some prior experience working with animals (professional or personal).

  • Customer Service: Friendly, outgoing, and great at working with people.

  • Physical Fitness: Able to lift, push, and pull at least 50 lbs.

  • Self-Reliance: Comfortable working solo and managing responsibilities independently.

  • Transportation: Reliable transportation to and from our farm in North Bend, WA.

  • Professionalism: Outgoing, accountable, detail-oriented, and a great communicator.

  • Age Requirement: Must be 21 or older.

 

Additional Details:

  • Location: Based in North Bend, WA.

  • Schedule: Weekend hours; total hours vary based on events and farm needs.

  • Pay: $17-20 per hour, DOE.

  • Seasonal Role: This position is for the summer season.

 

Bonus Opportunity:

If interested, this role can be combined with our Mobile Petting Zoo Wrangler position for additional work hours and variety.

 

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, fill out our application to get started. Qualified candidates will be contacted to answer questions and schedule an interview.

 

Join our team and help us create magical farm experiences while caring for our wonderful animals!

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Position:
Mobile Zookeeper
plucky palomino petting zoo

Open: Year Round

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Job Posting: Mobile Zookeeper

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Are you an animal lover with a fun personality, great with kids, and ready for an exciting, flexible job? Join our team as a Mobile Zoo Party Wrangler! We bring our traveling petting zoo to private parties, festivals, and farmers' markets—and we’re looking for enthusiastic wranglers to lead the fun.

If you’re seeking a part-time gig where you can set your own schedule, work independently, and spend your days with adorable baby animals, this is the job for you!

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What You'll Do:

  • Lead mobile petting zoo events, engaging kids and families with enthusiasm and professionalism.

  • Transport and care for animals during gigs, ensuring their safety and comfort.

  • Provide outstanding customer service and create memorable experiences for event guests.

  • Represent our business with a friendly attitude and attention to detail.

  • Opportunity to earn bonuses for excellent sales and customer feedback

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Why You'll Love This Job:

  • Set your own schedule to match your availability.

  • Be your own boss during events and work mostly independently.

  • Get paid to spend time with cute, lovable animals.

  • Enjoy a varied work schedule—no two gigs are the same!

  • Earn competitive pay, travel reimbursements, tips, and bonuses.

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What We're Looking For:

  • Availability: Must be available on weekends (weekday gigs also available).

  • Professionalism: Fun, detail-oriented, and reliable.

  • Tech-Savvy: Smartphone with Google Maps is a must.

  • Reliable Transportation: You’ll need a dependable vehicle with space for cargo (e.g., SUV, van, or covered pickup).

  • Experience: Comfortable working with animals and kids.

  • People Skills: Friendly and great at problem-solving.

  • Punctuality: Dependable and committed to your scheduled gigs.

  • Physical Fitness: Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Age Requirement: 21 or older.

 

Additional Details:

  • Seasonal Job: Spring and summer are busy; work slows down in the winter.

  • Location: Based in North Bend, WA, with gigs across Seattle and the Eastside (travel within about an hour).

  • Compensation: Pay is per gig, with travel reimbursements and the potential to earn $60–$500+ per weekend, plus tips!

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What You’ll Need to Succeed:

  • A strong sense of responsibility and ability to self-manage.

  • Willingness to transport animals in their travel crates safely and responsibly when needed.

  • Flexibility to adapt to varying schedules and events.

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If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, fill out our application to get started. Qualified candidates will be contacted to answer questions and schedule an interview. Join our team and make magical memories while working with kids, families, and the cutest animals around!

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Position:
Livestock & Production Farm Hand
Feral woman Farm

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Open: January 1st, 2026

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Location: Feral Woman Farm, North Bend, WA

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Employment Type: Seasonal, Part-Time (10–30 hours/week)

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About Us:
Feral Woman Farm is a woman-owned regenerative farm focusing on sustainable, small-scale agriculture and community education. Located on leased acreage at the historic Tollgate Farm, we raise our famously delicious pastured chicken, process value-added farm products, and host workshops to empower local food producers and homesteaders.

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Job Overview:
We are looking for a motivated Livestock & Production Farm Hand to join our team for the growing season. This role involves hands-on work across all aspects of our farm, including animal care, farm maintenance, garden upkeep, product processing, and community engagement. 

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Key Responsibilities:

  • Animal Husbandry:

    • Feed, water, and monitor pasture-raised chickens and livestock.

    • Implement rotational grazing practices to support land health.

    • Monitor animal health, assist with health maintenance and maintain health records.

  • Farm Maintenance:

    • Help maintain our educational garden

    • Build and repair farm infrastructure such as fencing, shelters and watering systems.

    • Use farm tools and equipment for various projects.

    • Support soil health and water conservation initiatives.

    • Operating land management equipment, including mowing, tilling, dirt moving.

  • Product Processing:

    • Participate in butchering, processing and packaging poultry in our state licensed facility.

    • Maintain quality control and ensure compliance with food safety standards.

  • Community Engagement:

    • Assist with workshops, event setup, and educational activities.

    • Support marketing efforts, including farmers' markets and social media.

 

Qualifications:

  • Strong work ethic and ability to perform physical labor in all weather.

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs and complete outdoor tasks.

  • Interest in sustainable agriculture and regenerative practices.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • Tool and mechanical equipment experience.

  • Previous farm or animal care experience.

  • Flexible availability, including potential weekend availability.

 

Compensation:

  • $17-20/hour DOE

  • Flexible scheduling

 

Why Join Us?
By working at Feral Woman Farm, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in sustainable farming, community education, and small-scale agricultural business. Join our mission-driven team to learn, grow, and contribute to a resilient local food system.

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901 BENDIGO BLVD N

NORTH BEND, WA 98045

Tel: 425-428-7620

Email: Partyanimals@pluckypalomino.com

 

 

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