Farm Animal Care & Facilities Tech

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is hiring a Farm Animal Operations Assistant to support routine animal care and the maintenance of farm facilities used for teaching and care. The role is primarily based at the J. T. Vaughan Large Animal Teaching Hospital.

Position may be classified at Level I–IV based on education and farming experience. A valid in-state driver license is required. We offer continuing employment with a strong benefits package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of farming practices experience may apply for higher level.
• 4 years of farming practices experience for Level III.
• 6 years of farming practices experience for Level IV.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine animal care such as daily feeding, watering, cleaning/sanitation of stalls and barns, rotational grazing, monitoring health and safety of animals, and transportation of animals to the proper location.
• Performs general construction and maintenance of farm equipment, structures, and grounds, including fences, stalls, barns, roads, ponds, farm buildings, and lawn/field care.
• Operates tractors or other specialized equipment to transport feed and waste.
• May need to operate a truck and trailer to assist with transporting animals.
• May handle pesticides, herbicides, and hazardous chemicals on a team or alone.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is hiring a Farm Animal Operations Assistant to support routine animal care and the maintenance of farm facilities used for teaching and care. The role is primarily based at the J. T. Vaughan Large Animal Teaching Hospital.

Position may be classified at Level I–IV based on education and farming experience. A valid in-state driver license is required. We offer continuing employment with a strong benefits package and opportunities for growth.