FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Dairy Technology Farm Worker.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Dairy Technology Center Manager, the Dairy Tech Farm worker serves as a caretaker for goat herds and flocks of sheep, including feeding, milking, watering, hoof trimming, disbudding, and administering medications as directed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain pastures and fences.
• Operate equipment in the feed mill.
• Mix feed to prepare rations for animals.
• Service and maintain small machinery.
• Move animals using livestock trailers.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong background in animal husbandry or experience in caring for animals.
• Experience in construction and repair of farm fences.
• Familiarity of feed mill operations
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience using farm machinery.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
• Experience working with students.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Occasional travel to pick up supplies and attend meetings/trainings.
• Work done mostly outside and sometimes in a climate-controlled environment.
• Physical activities include sitting, standing, walking, catching animals, heavy lifting (50 and occasionally up to 75 pounds), reaching over the shoulder and repeated bending.

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