Animal Care Technician II

Stratford, United StatesOn-site

Requirements

This person will need to work around cattle and maneuver them to obtain weights and restraint in a head lock, assist with animal healthcare, movement on pasture, and collect composite milk samples in an AAALAC accredited dairy heifer and lactating cow research operation.
Responsibilities: Inspects and reports equipment problems to ensure optimal and safe operation Inventories, cleans, and maintains organization of animal holding spaces and supplies Maintains organization of and updates records related to research procedures Prepares food and formulas and feeds animals according to established schedules and specifications Observes animal behavior, performs basic animal care, and reports concerns to the appropriate entities to contribute to the health and well-being of
experience with dairy cow husbandry practices Knowledge and
experience with dairy heifer husbandry practices Basic cattle husbandry equipment operational skills Preferred
Experience providing oversight and training for students, temporary/seasonal staff or related staff. Education: H.S.
Diploma Preferred How to Apply: Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process.

responsibilities of the Animal Care Technician II include, but are not limited to, animal health observations, routine and clinical animal care treatments, animal handling, milking, feeding, cleaning, and research data collection.
However, final salary will depend on
benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional

benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf Required
Contact Information: Andrew Vaudt, HR Generalist ( andrew.vaudt@wisc.edu ) Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison.