Federal Work-study or Student Worker: CASNR-Equine Farm

Job Title
Federal Work-study or Student Worker: CASNR-Equine Farm

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

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the "My Experience" page has a section provided "Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)" to upload required documents.

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.

Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Work Study if applicable

Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document. If you need assistance with this or any other matter, please contact us at HR.studenthiring@etamu.edu

SUMMARY:

East Texas A&M University-Commerce Livestock/Equine Farm is looking for a student worker/work study who is interested in gaining practical experience and responsibilities in the Livestock/Equine Farm industry, 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 strings and grain bags removed after every use, 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 facilities including, but not limited to, mowing, trimming, power washing, raking, sweeping, and facility cleaning.
• Ability to operate and maintain tractors/equipment 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.

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.