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Duties will be milking cows, calf feeding, and moving cattle to parlor. Other duties may include feeding, cleaning, handling, and general care of the dairy cattle in an efficient and accurate manner. This position uses the employees experience and training to complete task and to care for livestock with limited supervision.
To be successful in this position you must also exhibit a positive working attitude, communicate well and develop a good working relationship with co-workers and supervisors and show initiative to see what needs to be done and to get it done. Will train the right person, no experience necessary, but cow knowledge and dairy experience is preferred.
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- 5% Collects samples from animals and administers medications, injections, and treatments according to established protocols and procedures to be used for diagnostic tests and research
- 5% Inventories, cleans, and maintains organization of animal holding spaces and supplies
- 15% Prepares food and formulas and feeds animals according to established schedules and specifications
- 5% Inspects and reports equipment problems to ensure optimal and safe operation
- 5% Maintains organization of and updates records related to research procedures
- 65% Observes animal behavior, performs basic animal care, and reports concerns to the appropriate entities to contribute to the health and well-being of animals and promote research
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Preferred
H.S. Diploma
Will train the right person, no experience necessary, but cow knowledge and dairy experience is preferred.
-Ability and desire to work and learn in a dairy cattle research setting.
-Desire to provide and care for cattle in a research setting.
-Desire to work with baby calves up to 4 months of age.
-Desire to learn modern collection, diagnosis, recording and treatment protocols
-Desire to train on and regularly operate skid steers and other utility vehicles
-Ability to organize and work independently following training.
-Basic computer entry skills.
PM shift works from 1:30 PM until Midnight. 10 hour shift; work every other 3 day weekend. Opposite weekend off 3 days.
Work Type:Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:Minimum $17.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
Actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at:
-A probationary period will be required
-A criminal background check will be required
-Working conditions are mostly in livestock barns with a minimum lifting ability of 50 pounds
-Work Authorization:
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment.
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Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background
References (required) - You will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references within the application, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.
It's important that your resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
Justin Cave
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Animal Care Technician II(AN009)
Department(s):A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/AG RES STA/DAIRY FORG RES
Employment Class:University Staff-Ongoing
Job Number:295313-CP
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The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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