Animal Caretaker I - Large Animal Float

Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine

Ames, Iowa, USA
Onsite
Handling large animals
Cleaning animal facilities
Biosecurity protocols
Provide care for large animals, including feeding, watering, grooming, and monitoring health through daily observation

Job Summary

  • Provide care for large animals, including feeding, watering, grooming, and monitoring health through daily observation.
  • Maintain animal facilities, ensuring enclosures, equipment, and environments are clean and sanitary while following biosecurity protocols.
  • Be part of a team supporting teaching, research, and clinical care in veterinary medicine.

Matching Summary

Provide care for large animals, including feeding, watering, grooming, and monitoring health through daily observation.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • handling large animals
  • cleaning animal facilities
  • biosecurity protocols
  • monitoring animal health
  • assisting with veterinary procedures

Nice-to-have

  • experience with livestock handling
  • familiarity with biosecurity
  • working in a veterinary setting
  • eager to learn

Key Requirements

  • Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
  • Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license
  • Ability to lift and/or move 50-100 pounds
  • Ability to perform physical labor

Work Rights

Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis

Tailored Resume

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