Livestock Technician II — Research Station

State of North Carolina; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina is seeking an Agricultural Technician II to support livestock research at Tidewater Research Station. You will assist with feeding, animal husbandry, pasture management, and equipment upkeep in a dynamic agricultural research setting.

The role requires rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and potential overtime, with emphasis on safety and accurate data collection for animal experiments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of experience in the general care and management of animals or crops, or laboratory experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify per the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

Responsibilities

• Tasks related to beef and swine livestock production such as feeding and general care of animals.
• Tasks related to pasture management and forage production.
• Maintaining accurate records of all animal data.
• Maintain and repair equipment and facilities as needed.

Skills

Livestock production knowledge

Crop production understanding

Equipment maintenance

Data collection

Operate farm equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

State of North Carolina is seeking an Agricultural Technician II to support livestock research at Tidewater Research Station. You will assist with feeding, animal husbandry, pasture management, and equipment upkeep in a dynamic agricultural research setting.

The role requires rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and potential overtime, with emphasis on safety and accurate data collection for animal experiments.