Animal Caretaker I - Large Animal Float

Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine

Ames, Iowa, USA
Onsite
Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
Maintain animal facilities and biosecurity protocols
Monitor and report animal health status
This position is key to ensuring our facilities remain clean, safe, and fully supportive of teaching, research, and clinical activities

Job Summary

  • This position is key to ensuring our facilities remain clean, safe, and fully supportive of teaching, research, and clinical activities.
  • You will work with a variety of large animals, including horses, cattle, swine, and small ruminants such as sheep and goats.
  • Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, retirement benefits, and generous time off plans.

Matching Summary

This position is key to ensuring our facilities remain clean, safe, and fully supportive of teaching, research, and clinical activities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
  • Maintain animal facilities and biosecurity protocols
  • Monitor and report animal health status
  • Work around noise, dust, odors, fumes, and temperature extremes

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with livestock handling
  • Experience in a veterinary setting
  • Familiarity with biosecurity practices
  • Eager to learn and contribute

Key Requirements

  • Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license
  • Ability to lift and/or move 50-100 pounds
  • Ability to perform physical labor
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship

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