Barn Assistant

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Position Information

Requisition Number	S3368P
Home Org Name	Clinical Sciences
Division Name	College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title	Barn Assistant
Job Class Code	ID01 (A-B)
Appointment Status	Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term	No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary	Barn Assistant The College of Veterinary Medicine seeks candidates for a Barn 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. This is considered a weekend position: Wed – Sun from 5:00am – 2:00pm. Why work as a Barn 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! 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! Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance and generous retirement plans. Learn more about Auburn’s impact, benefits, and community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn . To learn more about the College of Veterinary Medicine, visit: https://www.vetmed.auburn.edu/
Essential Functions	Essential functions include, but are not limited to: Maintenance and repair of farm buildings and grounds Welding and repair of farm equipment Being feed person for all teaching herd animals which physically involves feeding 5-6 gallon buckets of feed to cows, horses, llamas, sheep, goats, etc. every day Visually check all teaching herd animals for lameness, cuts, abrasions, runny noses, etc. and report any issues to Bovine or Equine Technicians Help technicians round up and move animals when necessary Make sure that employees are suited up properly for cleaning the Isolation Building and that the waste is properly bagged and stored in the Isolation waste area Clean stalls and barns daily to a sanitary state that will meet inspection. The formal AU title for this position is Tech, Ag-Vet Med (I/II)

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications	Level I: High school diploma or equivalent. Level II: High school diploma or equivalent plus 1 year of relevant experience. Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed. 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.

Level I: High school diploma or equivalent.
Level II: High school diploma or equivalent plus 1 year of relevant experience.
Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed. 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 Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications	Possession of a valid driver’s license. Ability to obtain a pesticide license may be required in specific positions.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range	$31,200 – $37,100
Job Category	Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine
Working Hours if Non-Traditional	Weekend position working Wed – Sun from 5:00am – 2:00pm.
City position is located in:	Auburn
State position is located:	Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date	01/31/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement	Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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