Farm/Ranch Hand

Position Details

Req ID:

req17935

Position Title:

Farm/Ranch Hand

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

633618

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

Veterinary Clinical Sciences

Location Address:

USA

Hiring Supervisor:

Dennis Wilbourn

Hiring Range:

(Contingent upon available funding):

15.75 – 19.50, Hourly

Work Schedule:

generally 8 am to 5 pm

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Responsible for feed and care of university and client owned animals. Responsible for general maintenance of buildings and equipment. This position is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 75 pounds occasionally.

Inherent physical danger when working in livestock (farm) setting. Majority of duties are performed outdoors; conditions are typical of livestock (farm) operations. Daily interaction with stallions. This position is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 75 pounds occasionally.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Submit resume, cover letter, and 3 references with application.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

High School/GED and three years related work experience. Valid Driver’s License. Must have experience in equine husbandry, welding, carpentry, and mechanical maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications:

High School/GED and five years related work experience. Two years of college or technical training. Must be familiar with the handling of stallions. 

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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