Farm Technician Livestock

Overview

TITLE: Livestock Farm Technician

DEPARTMENT: Cooperative Extension Program

REPORTS TO: Livestock Manager

EFFECTIVE DATE: Position will Remain Open until Filled

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

The following statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

PRINCIPAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Livestock Farm Technician will report to the KSU Livestock Manager and will serve as a support person for the Animal Science Program in the College of Agriculture, Communities, and the Sciences at Kentucky State University (KSU).

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY: This position will assist with managing the livestock such as assisting in the daily care of animals. Duties also include, mowing, grounds keeping, feeding, weekend and night checks, and pesticide spraying.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma.

• Knowledge of goats and cattle.
• Experience using farm machinery and equipment.
• Effective oral and writing skills.
• Supervisory ability.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team effort is required.
• Initiative, resourcefulness, punctuality, and ability to work independently are essential.

• Field research involves extended physical exertion.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Internal Candidates are Encouraged to Apply

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.