Farmer 2 | Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Washington State University; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Insurance package

Retirement

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Pullman seeks a Farmer 2 to perform diverse tasks caring for large animals and maintaining facilities. The role runs 11:00am–8:00pm Tue–Sat, with potential holiday/weekend coverage.

The full-time position is overtime eligible with a monthly salary between $3,403 and $4,517, and candidates typically start at the lower end of the range while receiving salary increments over time.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in farm work or maintaining livestock; OR equivalent education/experience.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
• Must be available for morning, evening, and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Care for large animal species within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
• Perform a variety of assignments in the care of large animals and facilities.

Skills

Livestock care

Driver's license

Tools

Farm equipment operation

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 4, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):

565J-YN_CS_NPS - Farmer 2

Business Title:

Farmer 2 | Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Employee Type:

Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity: As the Farmer 2 you will perform a variety of assignments in the care of large animal species and facilities within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

Work schedule: 11:00am-8:00pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Holiday and weekend shifts may occasionally be required.

Additional Information: This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary:

$3,403 to $4,517 | Range 37 | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

Benefits:

• WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave
• paid holidays
• medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• retirement
• deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
• training and development
• employee tuition waiver

For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in farm work or maintaining livestock; OR equivalent education/experience.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
• Must be available for morning, evening, and weekend shifts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with and caring for equine, bovine, camelid, ovine, and caprine species.
• Experience with following biosecurity protocols.
• Experience hauling large animals.
• Experience using farm equipment including trucks (manual and automatic transmission), truck and trailer, manure compactor, skid steer front-end loader, tractor, gator, animal dump truck, and sweeper equipment.
• Experience in general maintenance and repair using basic hand tools.
• Experience using light power equipment.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department - Veterinary Teaching Hospital | Washington State University

Area/College: College of Veterinary Medicine Department Name: VTH Facilities Care Location: Pullman, WA

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement:

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

About Washington State University:

WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities. See here for additional information about WSU's statewide locations. View the HRS Benefits website for details on competitive benefits available.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/