Animal Technician II

Kansas State University; New York (KS, NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Animal Technician to join their Dairy Teaching and Research Center. This role involves operating and maintaining equipment, ensuring facility upkeep, and providing general animal care. The ideal candidate will have experience with large machinery and livestock, demonstrating the ability to work independently. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the education and research in the animal and food industries, making a significant impact on students and the community.

Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience required.
• Experience operating large machinery preferred.
• Ability to work independently and handle livestock.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for equipment operation and maintenance.
• Perform facility maintenance and general animal care.
• Work schedules depend on DTRC manager's needs.

Skills

Large machinery operation

Equipment maintenance

Independent work

Livestock handling

Job description

About This Role

The Dairy Teaching and Research Center (DTRC) is seeking applicants for a fulltime Animal Technician 11. Work schedules will depend on the needs determined by the DTRC manager and availability of the incumbent. This position will be responsible for equipment operation, equipment maintenance, and facility maintenance, and in a smaller portion, general animal care and milking.

About Us

The K-State Department of Animal Sciences and Industry (ASI) serves students, livestock producers and the animal and food industries through teaching, research and education. The Dept. of ASI prepares students for careers in the animal and food industries.

The curriculum includes the study of nutrition, reproduction, genetics, behavior, meat science and food science with production, management, and agribusiness skills. Students are given sound professional and scientific skills, a broad education and experience for contributing to our communities across the nation and abroad. Students receive excellent advisement and mentorship from faculty and professional staff and participate in extracurricular activities to develop skills to become industry leaders.

Worksite Option

This position is onsite.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience operating large machinery


• Equipment maintenance experience (i.e., welding, plumbing, and repairing facility)


• Ability to work independently


• One year of experience working with livestock

Other Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. KSU Page Up online application

2. Resume

3. List of 3 references with email address and cell phone numbers listed.

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$16.04 - $24.05 per hour