Casual Animal Technicians

Primary Purpose: To assist in providing animal care in the Dairy Unit and assist with a wide range of activities associated with efficient functioning of the unit and animal well-being.

Nature of Work: Reporting to the Dairy Unit Manager or Unit Faculty Supervisor, this position performs dairy cow milking, feeding and caring for livestock. Work is performed with limited supervision. It involves lifting and moving heavy feed and other supplies. Working in a facility with large animals, the incumbent is exposed to animal dander, animal waste, and unpredictability. Shift work is involved, providing coverage during the day, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays. This is a casual position.

Typical Duties/Accountabilities: Assist with milking, feeding, handling and caring for livestock under research and teaching conditions in accordance with the Canadian Council on Animal Care; operate farm equipm...