Overview

The College of Veterinary Medicine seeks candidates for a Farm Assistant position to perform general construction and maintenance of farm equipment and facilities that support routine care for animals. This position is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, being around farm animals, and all the tough jobs involved in farm work.

Typical shift is from 8am - 5pm Monday - Friday. An occasional weekend or holiday may be needed.

The formal AU title for this position is Tech, Ag-Vet Med

Why work as a Farm Assistant?

• You'll get to work outside on the "Loveliest Village on the Plains"
• You'll make an impact supporting the care of animals and the work the College of Veterinary Medicine performs!
• Built-in promotional opportunities based on performance (progressing through job levels I, II, III, and IV)!
• Tuition benefits for yourself and your dependents!
• Steady employment, state benefits, and a place you can build a career!

To learn more about the College of Veterinary Medicine, visit: https://www.vetmed.auburn.edu/

Responsibilities

• Performs general construction and maintenance of farm equipment, structures, and grounds, including, but not limited to the following:
• Fences, stalls, barns, roads, ponds, farm buildings and lawn/field care specifically repair and construction of fences.
• Perform routine tractor operations.
• May handle pesticides, herbicides, and hazardous chemicals on a team or alone.
• Provides routine animal care such as daily feeding, watering, cleaning/sanitation of stalls and barns, rotational grazing, monitoring health and safety of animals and transportation of animals to the proper location.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Level I: High school diploma or equivalent.

Level II: High school diploma or equivalent plus 1 year of relevant experience.

Level III: High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of relevant experience.

Level IV: High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 years of relevant experience.

License and Certifications

• Possession of a valid driver's license upon hire.
• Ability to obtain a pesticide license may be required in specific positions.

Desired Qualifications

• Able to repair and construct fences.
• Tractor operation.
• Experience in hay management and harvesting.
• Experience in care and well-being of livestock.