PT Equine Research Technician
About The Position
Land O'Lakes is hiring a temporary, part-time Equine Research Technician based at 4-Square Ranch in River Falls, Wisconsin. The role primarily involves weekend shifts and some holidays, caring for animals through daily feeding, maintenance, and husbandry. The technician may also assist with daily research and sample collection for nutritional research projects at the Equine Research Unit. This position is suited to a dependable, team-oriented horse person who values excellent animal care, safety, and professionalism. The schedule is every other weekend, typically 16 hours per weekend, for a total of 32 hours per month, with possible additional hours from time to time.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience handling horses in a professional or farm setting.
- General knowledge of horse care, feeding routines, and barn safety practices.
- General animal husbandry knowledge.
- Physical ability to perform barn work, including lifting up to 50 pounds and working in varying weather conditions.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow established procedures.
- Professional communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience handling poultry, cattle, and small ruminants.
- Familiarity with basic livestock and equine healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily animal-care chores at 4-Square Ranch, including feeding, maintenance, and husbandry.
- Assist with daily research and sample collection for nutritional research projects at the Equine Research Unit, as needed.
- Follow established procedures and barn safety practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
