Equine and Farm Animal Attendant; Weekend

Position Overview

Equine and Farm Animal Attendant (Weekend) – Temporary – Saturday & Sunday, 3pm – 12am (flexible with hospital needs and holidays). Located in Raleigh, NC, working at NC State University.

• Maintain a clean and sanitary hospital environment through routine stall/cage maintenance, hospital cleaning, disinfection, and waste removal.
• Restrain and provide basic husbandry for equine and farm animal patients.
• Support small‑animal hospital duties as needed.
• Lift up to 70 lbs and operate equipment such as forklift, pressure washer, and basic power tools.
• Manage inventory and accurately measure chemicals for dilution.
• Practice safe and humane handling of all patients and maintain compliance with safety and infection control protocols.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Extensive experience handling and restraining equine (including mares with foals, regnant mares, stallions, etc.) and farm animals.
• Experience with animal husbandry, cleaning, disinfection, and basic facility maintenance.
• Valid NC driver’s license (commercial driver’s license not required).
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and operate designated equipment.
• Effective communication, teamwork, and adherence to all policies and safety procedures.
• Preferred:
  Experience in a veterinary setting, knowledge of infectious disease control programs, and familiarity with OSHA and veterinary certifications such as AAHA, AVMA, etc.

• Health Insurance for temporary employees.
• Career development through LEAD courses.
• Free admission to non‑revenue generating sporting events.
• Childcare discounts, wellness & recreation membership, and wellness programs.

Disclaimer: Perks and benefit eligibility is based on Part‑Time or Full‑Time employment status. Details are available in the provided links.

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 accommodation in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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