Equine Farrier Assistant — Hoof Care & Shoeing

Mississippi State University; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Mississippi State University is seeking an Intermittent Worker to assist the podiatrist with farrier services on the Starkville campus. Responsibilities include routine hoof care for horses, cleaning the farrier shop, and assisting with medical records. Candidates should have a strong interest in animal care, experience with equine handling, and the ability to work independently. Physical abilities for farrier tasks are required. Join a team dedicated to veterinary care and student instruction.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in animal care and learning farrier work.
• Experience with equine handling and restraint.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Physical ability to perform farrier tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist the podiatrist with farrier services for client-owned and CVM owned horses.
• Routine trimming and maintaining the hoof care of all CVM owned horses.
• Shoeing of livestock when directed by the faculty.
• Cleaning and organization of the farrier shop.

Skills

Animal care

Farriery

Equine handling

Communication

Job description

Mississippi State University is seeking an Intermittent Worker to assist the podiatrist with farrier services on the Starkville campus. Responsibilities include routine hoof care for horses, cleaning the farrier shop, and assisting with medical records. Candidates should have a strong interest in animal care, experience with equine handling, and the ability to work independently. Physical abilities for farrier tasks are required. Join a team dedicated to veterinary care and student instruction.