"Tech I, Ag-Vet Med"

Job Details

Job Description
Overview
The College of Veterinary Medicine seeks candidates for a Tech I, Ag-Vet Med position to perform general construction and maintenance of farm equipment and facilities that support routine care for animals.
Why work as a Tech I, Ag-Vet Med?
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! You’ll get to start your day early, and end your day early! (Shifts are 5:00am – 2:00pm) 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:

• 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 others duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Level I:

• High school diploma or equivalent

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

SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EXPERIENCE:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum 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.

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!

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