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Animal Technician I - Large Animal Caretaker (Temp)

Kansas State University
$15.50 - $18.00 / hr
remote work
United States, Kansas, Manhattan
1810 Kerr Drive (Show on map)
Dec 20, 2024

About This Role:

The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for a full-time temporary Animal Technician I - Large Animal Caretaker. This position exists to provide quality animal care to patient, teaching and research animals in the KSU-VHC.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

Visit this link for K-State's guidance and policies on remote work and flexible work arrangements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:



  • No minimum requirements. This position is covered by the Kansas Association of Public Employees (KAPE) agreement.


Preferred Qualifications:



  • Prefer three years of experience in caring for large animals (especially veterinary hospital experience).
  • Ability to write and interpret written instructions.
  • Ability to communicate orally with professional and subordinate personnel.
  • Ability to supervise work of students and volunteer employees.
  • Ability to transport feed sacks, hay and/or wood shaving bales.
  • Knowledge of animal nutrition and the procedures used in feeding, watering, housing, identifying and handling research, teaching and client food and pleasure animals.
  • May also include infrequent exotic animal species.


How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:



  1. Resume
  2. Cover letter
  3. Contact information for three professional references


Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$15.50-18.00 per hour


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