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Department: 480501 - UHR Temporary Services

Essential Job Duties:

The primary purpose of the position is to ensure the daily care and productivity of dairy livestock by performing essential milking operations, animal handling, equipment operation, and general farm maintenance.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

+ Perform all scheduled milking shifts (both AM and PM) in the milking parlor

+ Operate skid steers and tractors for feed distribution and manure management

+ Move cows safely and efficiently from the free-stall barn to the parlor

+ Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the parlor

+ Assist with calf care and management

+ Support general farm operations and additional chores as needed

Required Qualifications:

+ Excellent written and verbal skills.

+ Accurate mathematical skills.

+ Ability to use University portal including accurate timekeeping.

+ Good communication skills, able to work independently and safely in a farming environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Farm management or hands-on agricultural experience

+ Large animal care, including general livestock handling

+ Operation of tractors and other large farm equipment

Required license or certification:

n/a

Position Number: 48SM106

AA/EEO Statement:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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