Dairy Research Animal Care Technician — Evening Shift

University of Wisconsin; United States; Presencial; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Wisconsin–Madison ARS Emmons Blaine Dairy is seeking an Animal Care Technician II to support milking, feeding, cleaning, and animal health observations in a busy research dairy facility.

The role requires following established procedures, working with a research herd, and maintaining precise records. It offers on-site shifts with an every-other-weekend schedule and on-the-job training in the first year.

Formación

• Full training provided during the first year on the job.
• Willingness to learn, work hard and contribute positively to the work team.
• Effective Communication Skills.
• Ability to interpret and follow written and oral instructions.

Responsabilidades

• Observes animal behavior, performs basic animal care, and reports concerns to the appropriate entities to contribute to the health and well-being of animals and promote research.
• Collects samples from animals and administers medications, injections, and treatments according to established protocols and procedures to be used for diagnostic tests and research.
• Inventories, cleans, and maintains organization of animal holding spaces and supplies.
• Inspects and reports equipment problems to ensure optimal and safe operation.
• Maintains organization of and updates records related to research procedures.
• Prepares food and formulas and feeds animals according to established schedules and specifications.

Conocimientos

Effective Communication

Follow instructions

Willingness to learn

Educación

High School Diploma

Herramientas

Farm equipment operation

Descripción del empleo

The University of Wisconsin–Madison ARS Emmons Blaine Dairy is seeking an Animal Care Technician II to support milking, feeding, cleaning, and animal health observations in a busy research dairy facility.

The role requires following established procedures, working with a research herd, and maintaining precise records. It offers on-site shifts with an every-other-weekend schedule and on-the-job training in the first year.