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University of Florida Hiring for Large Animal Hospital Stable Assistant (Weekends) – OPS at Gainesville Full Time
Large Animal Hospital Stable Assistant (Weekends) – OPS
Job No: 530893
Work Type: Staff Part-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care
Department: 28321000 – VM-HOSPITAL
Job Description
Classification Title:
Large Animal Hospital Stable Assistant – OPS
Job Description:
This position assists in the treatment of horses and other large animals admitted to the Large Animal Hospital. Duties include cleaning and maintenance of facilities and equipment; preparing and sanitizing hospital facilities; stocking and monitoring supplies. The individual may also assist in handling of patients for examination and diagnostic procedures. This requires an individual to have experience working with horses and their specific physical and behavioral traits. This is a physically demanding position requiring strength and stamina.
Qualified candidates will need to be able to perform the following duties:
(These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed).
Expected Salary:
$15 – $17/hour
Minimum Requirements:
Must have a minimum of 1 year previous experience in the care and handling of horses and 1 year work experience utilizing equipment in farm facility maintenance. Must possess the physical ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis and work in adverse weather conditions.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. 2-3 years working in an environment that required handling and restraining horses daily.
2. Bilingual – Spanish/English
3. Experience and physical ability and agility to handle, manipulate and restrain non-equine large animals.
4. Ability to work and communicate well within a team and perform with minimum supervision
5. Knowledge of general farming operations and ability to perform routine repairs/maintenance.
6. Knowledge and ability to operate a forklift, tractors and other farm equipment, and heavy trucks, trailers, and material handling equipment.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
This is a time-limited position.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time.
Applications Close: 03 Apr 2024
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/530893/large-animal-hospital-stable-assistant-weekends-ops
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