"Tech, Ag - Vet Med"

Job Summary

Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks candidates for a Tech, Ag - Vet Med 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. This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.

Essential Functions

• 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 general construction and maintenance of farm equipment, structures, and grounds, including, but not limited to, fences, stalls, barns, roads, ponds, farm buildings, and lawn/field care.
• May handle pesticides, herbicides, and hazardous chemicals on a team or alone.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Depending upon the combination of education and experience, the selected finalist will be hired into levels I, II, III, or IV.

Level I

• High school diploma or equivalent
• No experience

Level II

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in farming practices

Level III

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 4 years of experience in farming practices

Level IV

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6 years of experience in farming practices

Graduate degrees may be accepted in lieu of experience.

Minimum License and Certifications

Possession of a valid drivers license, ability to obtain a pesticide license may be required in specific positions.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in care and well-being of livestock.
• Experience in hay management and harvesting.

Salary Range

$31,200 - $48,250

Job Category

Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. with occasional weekend and holidays

City position is located in

Auburn

State position is located

AL

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