Works at the LaMaster Dairy Center. Responsible for the care and management of dairy cattle. Facilities maintenance and operation of farm equipment and robotic milking system including some on-call responsibilities. Assists with research and teaching activities. Completes other duties as assigned.
JOB DUTIES:
50% - Essential - Animal Management: Operates and monitors DeLaval robotic milking system. Ensures compliance with DHEC guidelines. Assists with overall animal health care. Diagnoses and treats animal health problems. Contacts veterinarian in emergencies. Administers vaccines. Follows time artificial insemination protocols and artificially inseminates animals. Conforms to recommendations of Animal Research Committee.
20% - Essential - Facilities Maintenance: Offers support in maintenance and repair of Delaval robotic milking system. Assists with lagoon operations for DHEC compliance.
20% - Essential - Operations: Able to operate all farm equipment including tractors, trucks, skid steers, loaders, dump trucks, feed wagon, hay grinder, and others as necessary. Works with farm manager to devise strategies for continued farm improvement, including improving economic efficiency. Implements plans.
10% - Essential - Instruction and Research: Coordinates with farm manager to prepare animals and supplies for research and teaching activities. Assists research and teaching faculty with sample collection and instruction activities. Assists or conducts tours for classes, camps, and visitors in a professional manner.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree - Animal husbandry, agriculture or a related field and experience in agricultural research or animal c Work Exp 1+ years
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Work Exp 2+ years
Bovine AI Certified Dairy Beef Quality Assurance Certification
RESPONSIBILITIES:
JOB KNOWLEDGE Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work Exp 2+ years
Bovine AI Certified Dairy Beef Quality Assurance Certification
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to heat or cold Exposure to dust/fumes Wet or humid Noise Vibration Mechanical hazards Chemical hazards Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours: 40
JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
May 22, 2024
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.
