Description:
POSITION SUMMARY Performing general animal husbandry duties to ensure animal comfort, well-being and productivity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS STATEMENT
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Feed and water animals; clean and disinfect pens; load/unload trucks
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Examine animals in order to detect symptoms of illness or injury.
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Administer vaccinations according to health protocol in order to protect animals from diseases.
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Treat injuries and ailments in sick and/or lame animals according to AMVC policy.
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Adjust controls in order to maintain specific building temperatures required for animals' health and safety.
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Tag animals in order to allow animal identification.
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Moving animals, while utilizing proper personal protective equipment.
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Attend meetings and training as required.
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Monitor ventilation to ensure proper airflow for animals’ comfort.
Requirements:
POSITION QUALIFICATION
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Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
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Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic
- Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Adequate attendance
- Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
