Large Animal Caretaker I

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Are you passionate about animal care and working handson with livestock

Iowa State Universitys College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking Large Animal Caretakers to join our team and are hiring for multiple shifts. By applying to this role you will be considered for multiple openings. If you love working with horses cattle swine and other livestock and youre committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of animals in an educational environment we want you on our team!

What Youll Do:

• Provide care for large animals including feeding watering grooming and monitoring health through daily observation.

• Assist with veterinary procedures and animal restraint during clinical treatments and educational demonstrations.

• Maintain animal facilities ensuring enclosures equipment and environments are clean and sanitary while following biosecurity protocols.

• Transport animals and supplies within the facility and assist with facility upkeep and minor repairs.

• Monitor and report on animal health status including any signs of illness injury or stress to supervisors and veterinary staff.

What You Should Know:

• Fulltime position with rotating shifts. Youll work onsite caring for animals in various weather conditions and physical environments.

• Shifts Available:

  • Float Shift: 9:00 AM 8:00 PM 4 days a week on call rotating weekends

  • Swing Shift: 2:00 PM 1:00 AM 4 days a week on call rotating weekends

  • Overnight Shift: 8:00 PM 7:00 AM 4 days a week on call rotating weekends

• Experience with livestock handling and biosecurity practices is preferred but not required. Training will be provided as needed.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

About the College of Veterinary Medicine:

The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine is at the forefront of veterinary education clinical care and research. As part of our team youll work in a cuttingedge environment where animal health student education and scientific advancements are prioritized. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the welfare of animals and the future of veterinary medicine.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of standard operating procedures for laboratory animal care or livestock care as applicable.

Ability to learn and apply federal state and/or university regulations regarding animal care and use in research and teaching.

Ability to understand communicate and execute oral and written instructions.

Ability to keep accurate records.

Ability to recognize changes in conditions of animals and animal room environment malfunctioning equipment and unsafe conditions.

Ability to construct and maintain related equipment and facilities.

Ability to lift and/or move 50100 pounds.

Ability to perform physical labor such as restraining animals loading and unloading supplies and animals and standing for prolonged periods of time.

Ability to work around noise dust odors fumes and extremes in temperature.

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To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process please email or callor Toll Free:.

Why Choose ISU

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and worklife benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and longterm disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when where and how you do your work. For more information please speak with the Hiring Manager.

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