Large Animal Hospital OPS Stable Assistant
Job Location:
Gainesville, FL - USA
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Job Summary
| Classification Title: | Large Animal Hospital Stable Assistant |
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| Classification Minimum Requirements: | One year of experience handling and restraining horses and one year of experience utilizing equipment in farm facility maintenance. |
| Job Description: | This position assists in the husbandry of horses and other large animals admitted to the Large Animal Hospital. The candidate must be experienced in the handling husbandry and care of horses and/or other large farm animals. Duties include cleaning and maintenance of facilities and equipment; preparing and sanitizing hospital facilities; stocking and monitoring supplies. The individual may also assist in handling of patients for examination and diagnostic procedures. This requires an individual to have experience working with horses and their specific physical and behavioral traits. This is a physically demanding position requiring strength and stamina. Qualified candidates will need to be able to perform the following duties: Cleaning stripping scrubbing and disinfecting stalls hallways and procedure areas. |
| Expected Salary: | $15 - 17 /hr depending on experience and shift |
| Preferred: | Additional experience caring and working with with other large farm animal species is preferred. Knowledge and ability to operate a forklift tractors and material handling equipment. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: | In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. |
| Health Assessment Required: | Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs bend kneel push pull twist and stand for an extended period of time. |
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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