Temporary Animal Tech III - Equine Care

Cornell UniversityIthaca, NY
Onsite

About The Position

Baker Institute for Animal Health - Cornell University We are seeking an Animal Tech III to manage the daily care of a herd of 16 horses at the Baker Institute for Animal Health facilities. This is a temporary part-time position working up to 19 hours per week with seasonal variability, and the pay rate is $24.11 per hour.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of related horse experience or equivalent combination
  • Must have experience handling and managing horses
  • Ability to implement biosecurity measures and knowledge of zoonotic disease concerns
  • Must have a valid driver's license with ability to operate a truck/trailer and tractor equipment
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
  • Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position including but not limited to lifting more than 50 pounds repetitively

Nice To Haves

  • Degree or coursework in Animal Science or related field
  • Experience managing horses in a formal/research setting
  • ALAT Certification
  • Knowledge of Federal, State and IACUC regulations

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage daily care of 12-20 horses including feeding, cleaning, watering and record keeping
  • Monitor animal health and behavior, reporting concerns and coordinating veterinary care and treatments as needed
  • Procurement of feed, hay, and horse equipment
  • Assist with medication administration
  • Train and supervise student and other employees on equine care and facility maintenance
  • Ensure compliance with Federal, State and IACUC regulations through proper record keeping and facility management
  • Operate trucks with trailers for horse transportation and tractors for hay/bedding transport
  • Work weekends, holidays and evenings as assigned

Benefits

  • Cornell University is an equal opportunity employer and educator.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Part-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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