Research Farm Technician II

Requisition Number: RE51824

Department Name: 81140:Veterinary Science

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 40

Salary Range: $15.30-24.50/hour

Type of Position: Staff

Required Education: HS

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Required Related Experience: 3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None.

Physical Requirements

This position will be working with large animals and will need to lift or pull objects possibly in excess of 50 lbs and will also be working in outdoor weather conditions year round, including summer and winter.

Shift

Monday-Friday; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm; and some weekends and holidays.

Job Summary

The Department of Veterinary Science in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a Research Farm Technician II for its Maine Chance Farm. This position will help care for horses, which includes animals on research projects as well as perform routine farm duties such as pasture management, vehicle maintenance, etc.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No

Preferred Education/Experience

Experience working on a farm and with horses is preferred.
Driver’s license preferred.

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