To assist Facility Management with milking, daily operations, general facility/equipment maintenance,
cleaning and assistance with research projects under general supervision.
Responsibilities:
• Animal care and handling with milking, daily operations, general facility/equipment maintenance,
cleaning and assistance with research projects under general supervision.
• Facility cleaning and maintenance.
• Providing assistance on research projects as needed.
Qualifications:
Required–
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years of experience in agricultural work, one year of which must have been in agricultural
research.
Preferred-
• Experience with large animal related agricultural work.
Physical Demands: Ability to work in harsh work environment – excessive heat, cold, dirt & noise. Must be able to tolerate strenuous physical activity (lifting, shoveling, & leading recalcitrant cows) in adverse weather conditions. Ability to lift and transport agricultural supplies, tools, and equipment, to climb and to perform extensive standing and walking. Ability to wear personal protective equipment. Animal care requires weekend and holiday shifts as well as overtime as needed due to staffing shortages or scheduling conflicts.
Salary and Benefits: Salary will commensurate with experience, with a base salary of $35,438.00 per year. The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package.
Applications: All applicants must submit their applications online at https://ejobs.umd.edu/
The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Women and Minorities are Strongly Encouraged to Apply.