ANIMAL CARE TECHNCIAN I - TE

Job no: 245522-TE
Work type: Onsite, Temporary
Department: CALS/ANIMAL & DAIRY/DAIRY HERD
Location: Arlington
Categories: Teaching and Research Animal Care



Job Summary:

The Emmons Blaine Arlington Dairy Research Center is part of the Integrated Dairy Facilities for the Department of Animal and Dairy Science at UW-Madison. This industry leading facility was built in 2008, and is home to 500 milking cows, roughly 100 dry cows, and 100 neo-natal calves. This sand bedded freestall dairy facility, in the heart of the Arlington Ag Research Station just 20 miles north of Madison, allows for the completion of pen-based nutrition work, mammary and reproductive physiology research, welfare and behavioral sciences studies, calf growth research, transition cow management projects, and individual animal intake information.

This position is involved in all aspects of the research dairy operations, including but not limited to, milking, feeding, cleaning, animal handling, and animal health observations at the facility. The daily responsibilities will include all activities involved with milking cows, taking and processing composite milk samples, and observing and handling the lactating cows in the research herd. The incumbent in this position must function with close, progressing to limited supervision over time once a clear understanding of the Standard Operating Procedures is developed. This position requires a high level of attention to detail in order to meet compliance needs of the research facility as well as that of a facility selling a food grade product. The person filling this role will need to be skilled in following written and oral instructions as directed by management and research protocols.

The UW-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff.

About the Job:

Animal Care Technician I (AN008)

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

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Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Advanced breeding, feeding, cleaning, and management needs of dairy cattle
Physiology of reproduction and lactation
Basic techniques and principles involved in both hand and machine milking
Regulations related to the sanitation procedures required in production of milk for human consumption
Nutrient requirements of dairy cattle
Different forage types and cereal grain types and relative quality of each
Interpretation of written and oral instructions pertaining to research and management protocol
Make accurate experimental sampling and measurements
Use of weighing and measuring devices and to make legible, accurate recordings of data
Recognize and interpret daily variations in feed intake, milk yield, and body weights
Make minor repairs and adjustments on equipment
Familiarity with and ability to recognize the difference between normal and abnormal appearances and behavior of dairy cattle
Cattle handling and restraining techniques
Reproductive function and behavior of dairy cattle
Normal and abnormal parturition in cattle and the proper type and techniques of assistance to use and when to use it
Basic milking machine functions
Observing and recognizing abnormal and mastitic milk
Safe operation and basic function of equipment, such as:
Automatic alley scrapers, manure pit, barn cleaner, manure auger, feed auger, feed storage bins, belt system conveyor,
Harvestore oxygen deficient silos, Cement starve silos (fermentation type), TMR ration mixer (motorized), feed carts
(manual), elevators (feed and bale), silo unloaders, skidster loaders, barn exhaust fans, electric fences, electric cow trainers, cow clippers and vacuum, electric and air sprayers, electric water fountains. Note: This list is not inclusive of all equipment/operations with which individual may be involved.
Must have calm and patient demeanor to deal with animals and training of fellow employees with little or no experience

Additional Information:

Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Position requires frequent bending and twisting, along with repetitive motions of hands, wrists, and arms. Must be able to respond quickly to actions of 300-1400 pound animals to prevent being stepped on and/or pinned against a gate.

Department(s):

A072556-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/ANIMAL & DAIRY/DAIRY HERD

Work Type:

This position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Work Schedule:

Varied shifts during the week to fill in holes in the standard work schedule and every other weekend rotation. Examples of shifts are 3:30 AM - 12:00 PM or 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM and are dependent on operational need.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended based on need and/or funding

Salary:

Minimum $17.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:

Please click "" to start the application process. You will be required to submit a resume for consideration. If you would like, you may also upload a cover letter. Your resume or cover letter should highlight your experience and skills as they relate to the listed qualifications for maximum consideration.

Contact:

Jessica Cederquist
cederquist@wisc.edu
608-265-8957
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )





Official Title:

Animal Care Technician I(AN008)

Employment Class:

Temporary Employment

Job Number:

245522-TE

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Applications Open: Nov 19 2021 Central Standard Time
Applications Close: Dec 19 2021 11:55 PM Central Standard Time