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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Livestock Worker 1 - Temporary Part-Time in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4419749 THE POSITION Do you have experience working around horses? Are you interested in an opportunity to apply your experience to the exciting world of horse racing? The Department of Agriculture is seeking a temporary, part-time Livestock Worker 1 to assist veterinarians in handling horses, recording data, and monitoring Lasix medication at Pocono Down Racetrack! In this position, you will play a crucial role in upholding the guidelines set by the Pennsylvania State Horse Racing Commission. Dive into the fascinating realm of horse racing and apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Livestock Worker 1, you will be responsible for monitoring and recording the administration of Lasix to horses by veterinarians, performing upkeep duties in the detention barn, and assisting in any other necessary farm activities. Additionally, you may be responsible for collecting urine from assigned horses, assist in taking blood samples for testing purposes, and split and wrap these samples according to established guidelines. Horses will remain under your observation for the duration specified by the veterinarian.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Temporary, part-time employment Work hours are typically 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday, and 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Sundays, with a 30-minute lunch. Work schedule is vendor controlled and may change as determined by the racing schedule Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Experience in general farm work; and such training as may have been gained through completion of the eighth school grade; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
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