Equine Farm Student Worker (Work-Study)

ETAMU; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University-Commerce Livestock/Equine Farm is seeking a student worker under the Work-Study program to gain hands-on experience in livestock and farm operations on the Commerce campus.

The role requires assisting with animal care, facility maintenance, and equipment management, including occasional after-hours tasks. Candidates must provide required documents via the university system and meet application instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assists in feeding, care, sickness, diagnosis, and treatment of animals, including weekends and after-hours.
• Maintains facility/equipment, cleaning, and general upkeep at Animal Science, Livestock, and Equine Centers.
• Maintains inventory of hay, grain, and consumables; records usage.
• Operates tractors/equipment during feeding, hay production, fertilizing, and sowing seasons.
• Assists with facility upkeep such as mowing, power washing, and facility cleaning.
• Follows instructions from Animal Science Faculty, Supervisors, Foreman, or Farm Manager.

Job description

East Texas A&M University-Commerce Livestock/Equine Farm is seeking a student worker under the Work-Study program to gain hands-on experience in livestock and farm operations on the Commerce campus.

The role requires assisting with animal care, facility maintenance, and equipment management, including occasional after-hours tasks. Candidates must provide required documents via the university system and meet application instructions.