Dairy Farm Research Technician: Milking & Animal Care

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Attend sporting events for free

Childcare discounts

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

An educational institution in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Temporary Dairy Farm Research Technician to provide animal care during milking shifts and assist with farm chores. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, operating skid steers for manure management, and ensuring the welfare of dairy cows. Ideal candidates will have prior large animal care experience and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. This role offers various benefits and requires flexible work hours, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Minimum of 1 year of large animal care experience or relevant education.
• Experience with farm operations and tractors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled animal care during milking shifts.
• Operate skid steer for manure management.
• Maintain parlor cleanliness.
• Assist with farm chores, including cow and calf care.

Skills

Animal care

Skid steer operation

Knowledge of farm operations

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Education

Relevant large animal education or experience

Job description

An educational institution in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Temporary Dairy Farm Research Technician to provide animal care during milking shifts and assist with farm chores. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, operating skid steers for manure management, and ensuring the welfare of dairy cows. Ideal candidates will have prior large animal care experience and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. This role offers various benefits and requires flexible work hours, including weekends and holidays.