Animal Husbandry Technician

Temporary Dairy Farm Research Technician This position will primarily provide skilled animal care during milking shifts (between the hours of 6am – 11am OR 6pm – 11pm) milking dairy cows in the parlor. It also requires skid steer operation for manure management, moving cows from the free stall barn to the parlor, maintaining parlor cleanliness, and assisting with other farm chores including cow and calf care. Work Schedule Includes weekday, weekend, and holiday shifts, with hours ranging from 5:00am – 1:00pm. Hours may be varied due to operational needs of the farm. Benefits Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Childcare discounts. Wellness & Recreation Membership. Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Perks and benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Responsibilities Providing animal care during milking shifts. Operating skid steer for manure management and cattle movement. Maintaining parlor cleanliness. Assisting with farm chores including cow and calf care. Qualifications Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis. Knowledge of farm operations, tractor experience, and a minimum of 1 year of large animal care experience or large animal education. Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties. EEO Statement NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Contact: Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. NC STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH, NC 27695 PHONE: View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr