Large Animal Caretaker
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Amarillo Large Animal Caretaker 42487BR Veterinary Medicine Position Description Responsible for assisting with the daily care and wellbeing of animals housed at the large animal facility, including but not limited to feeding, daily health checks, animal movement, and general upkeep of the facilities. Work with local livestock suppliers in the exchange of teaching animals and acquire teaching specimens from local abattoirs. About the University Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world. About the Department and/or College The Large Animal Husbandry Staff position for the School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) will be responsible for assisting with the daily care and wellbeing of animals housed at Mariposa Station (large animal facility), including but not limited to cleaning stalls, feeding, daily health checks, animal movement, and general upkeep of the facilities. They will work with local livestock suppliers in the exchange of teaching animals and acquire teaching specimens from local abattoirs. This position is considered an "essential employee" position. The successful candidate must be willing to work overtime, weekend, holidays and during inclement weather to provide care for the animals located at Mariposa Station. Major/Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Experience with handling large animals and providing for their care. Experience with operating large machinery such as tractors, skid loaders, feeding equipment and associated implements. Experience driving a truck and gooseneck animal trailer. Promote and foster the Core Values of the School of Veterinary Medicine. Have a valid Driver's License. Preferred Qualifications
Safety Information Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees. Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Special Instructions to Applicants This position is located in Amarillo, Texas. Required Attachments Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV Job Type Full Time Pay Basis Hourly Job Family Research Job Sub Family Laboratory Animal Care Annualized Pay Range $34,100 - $44,300 - $54,600 Hourly Pay Range $16.39 - $21.30 - $26.25 Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. Travel Required None Shift Day Schedule Details Some overtime; Ability to work weekends and holidays if necessary. Grant Funded? No EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. |