Job DescriptionResponsible for the daily cleaning, disinfection and maintenance of the Large Animal Clinic, its facilities and grounds. Assists in receiving supplies of animal feeds, hay, straw, and wood shavings. Insures a clean and safe environment for patients, clients, and hospital staff at all times. Assists with animal handling and restraint when necessary.Required QualificationsExperience in general large animal husbandry duties; experience cleaning and maintaining animal facilities; experience working with, handling and restraining various species of large animals; must be able to safely move and handle 50+ pounds; Must be able to tolerate Rabies prophylaxis (provided by employer).Preferred QualificationsExperience driving a forklift; experience driving a standard shift truck with a gooseneck trailer.Pay Band2Appointment TypeRegularSalary InformationStarting at $15.03/hour, commensurate with experienceReview Date08/15/2023Additional InformationThe successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.About Virginia TechDedicated to its motto,Ut Prosim(That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive communitydedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicinecollege, Graduate School , andHonors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including theInnovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerousExtension offices andresearch centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Kira Cook at ****** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
