Upstate New York HERC

Temporary Animal Tech III - Equine Care

Baker Institute for Animal Health - Cornell University

We are seeking an Animal Tech III to manage the daily care of a herd of 16 horses at the Baker Institute for Animal Health facilities. This is a temporary part-time position working up to 19 hours per week with seasonal variability, and the pay rate is $24.11 per hour.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Independently manage daily care of 12-20 horses including feeding, cleaning, watering and record keeping
• Monitor animal health and behavior, reporting concerns and coordinating veterinary care and treatments as needed
• Procurement of feed, hay, and horse equipment
• Assist with medication administration
• Train and supervise student and other employees on equine care and facility maintenance
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State and IACUC regulations through proper record keeping and facility management
• Operate trucks with trailers for horse transportation and tractors for hay/bedding transport
• Work weekends, holidays and evenings as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of related horse experience or equivalent combination
• Must have experience handling and managing horses
• Ability to implement biosecurity measures and knowledge of zoonotic disease concerns
• Must have a valid driver's license with ability to operate a truck/trailer and tractor equipment
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position including but not limited to lifting more than 50 pounds repetitively

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree or coursework in Animal Science or related field
• Experience managing horses in a formal/research setting
• ALAT Certification * Knowledge of Federal, State and IACUC regulations

Join our globally recognized center today and contribute to improving the lives of horses.

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