Student Worker: CASNR Farm & Diary Swine/Goat

Job Title Student Worker: CASNR Farm & Diary Swine/Goat Agency East Texas A&M University Department Farm & Dairy Proposed Minimum Salary $9.00 hourly Job Location Commerce, Texas Job Type Student Worker Job Description East Texas A&M University-Commerce Livestock/Equine Farm is looking for a task worker who is interested in gaining practical expe ri ence and responsibilities at the swine and goat facilities, while providing support to the day-to-day operational needs of East Texas A&M University-Commerce Farm.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES : Assists in feeding, care, sickness, diagnosis , and treatment of animals including weekends and after-hours . Also includes night checks certain times of the year. Facility/equipment maintenance including various clean-up duties at the Animal Science, Livestock, and Equine Centers. Vehicle/Equipment maintenance (i.

e. fueling, cleaning) trucks, tractors, and equipment must have loose hay str in gs and grai n bags removed after every u se, ensure all flued levels are full before every use. Grease it! Maintains accurate inventory of hay, grain, and consumables. Records hay and grain use. Assists with care of faci li ties including, but not limited to , mowing, trimming, power washing, raking , sweep ing, a nd facility cleaning.

Ability to operate and maintain tractor s/e quipment during feeding, hay production, fertilize, herbicide, wheat sowing seasons. Any other tasks as directed by Animal Science Faculty, Livestock/Equine Farm Supervisors, Foreman, or the Farm Manager. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: HS Diploma/GED Experience: None Knowledge/ Skills: Interest in the Liv estock/Equi ne industry.

Dependable, punctual, self-motivated. Demonstrate willingness to learn. Positive can-do attitude with problem solving ski lls. Good interpersonal skills. Team oriented. Able and willing to work weekends, holidays, campus breaks , and after-hours. Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

Licensing/Professional Certifications: None Physical Requirements: Moderate to heavy lifting. Other Requirements: Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. PREFERRED EDUCATION/ SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE: None SUPERVISION OF OTHERS: None All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.