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Equine and Farm Animal Attendant at InsideHigherEd

InsideHigherEd Raleigh, North Carolina

Job Description

Posting Number:

PG194748SP

Internal Recruitment:

No

Working Title:

Equine and Farm Animal Attendant

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$39,000

Work Schedule:

Wednesday-Sunday 3pm-12am

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department:

CVM Teaching Hospital

About the Department:

The NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH), established in 1983, is one of the highest-rated veterinary academic medical centers in the country, serving communities throughout North Carolina as well as many other states. The hospital staffs over twenty clinical services with board-certified specialists that are nationally and even internationally renowned, ensuring the VH is on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine. Patients benefit from the combined expertise of multiple specialists utilizing a team approach to patient health care. Each year, nearly 35,000 patients are treated in the VH. The VH provides compassionate care, state of the art specialty health care, expert clinical instruction for 4th-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine, and ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and procedures to further advance the field of veterinary medicine.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:


Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties:

The Equine & Farm Animal Technician provides comprehensive husbandry support for large animal patients, ensuring a safe, clean, and collaborative environment for both patient care and teaching. As a key member of the team, you’ll contribute to the daily care of equine and farm animals while supporting the center’s teaching and service mission. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in hands-on animal care, values teamwork, and thrives in an active, service-oriented setting.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide daily care including feeding, watering, grooming, handling, and restraining a variety of species such as equine, bovine, caprine, ovine, and camelid patients.
  • Perform physically active work for extended periods and lift up to 90 pounds on occasion, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary hospital environment by adhering to established protocols, including stall cleaning, disinfecting, and waste removal.
  • Operate and maintain barn and cleaning equipment; ensure tools and supplies are in good working order and follow repair schedules.
  • Support hospital operations through inventory control, supply ordering, and collaboration with ancillary and clinical services.
  • Participate in on-call, weekend, and holiday rotations while following all Infectious Disease protocols and safety standards.

If you’re dependable, compassionate, and motivated to support exceptional animal care in a teaching hospital setting, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

Other Responsibilities:

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there will be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. Those responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Maintaining equipment and tools.
  • Make minor repairs to tools.

Minimum Experience/Education:

Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated skill in equine and farm animal handling and patient care within a veterinary or agricultural setting, preferably in a teaching hospital or tertiary care facility.
  • Familiarity with OSHA and AAHA safety standards and hospital sanitation practices.
  • Ability to work safely around sick animals, cleaning agents, gas anesthetics, and zoonotic diseases.
  • Basic computer proficiency, including data entry, email, and spreadsheet use.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to maintain composure in emotionally charged or challenging situations.

Required License or Certification:

NC Driver’s License is required and will need to be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.

Valid NC Driver's License required:

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?:

No

Job Open Date:

11/11/2025

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.):

11/18/2025

Special Instructions:

In addition to your application please include a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references.

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.

Position Number:

00100214

Position Type:

SHRA

Position Classification Band Title:

Medical Support Technician

Position Classification Band Level:

Contributing

Position Classification Salary Range:

$ 39,000 - $ 77,109

Salary Grade Equivalency:

MH07

Alternate Option:

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):

1.00

Appointment:

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Time Limited Position:

No

Department Id:

192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

EEO:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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