Maintenance Mechanic/Animal Caretaker Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Maintenance Mechanic/Animal Caretaker
North Carolina State University
in Raleigh, NC

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Full-Time

Posted:

05/14/2025

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Department:

192001 –

CVM Teaching Hospital Location:

Raleigh, NC Essential Job Duties:

This position is responsible for routine animal husbandry tasks and facility maintenance for equines housed at the Reedy Creek Farm (RCF) facility.

Duties include:

Feeding and watering horses, cleaning and maintaining their housing, dry lots, and pastures. Safely catch, lead and restraining horses for medical and teaching procedures.
Position works in a secured facility in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research and is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.
Position may, at times, require employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present. Specific hazards include but are not limited to: zoonoses, chemicals, pesticides, fuels and solvents.
Incumbent must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, etc. and may require the use of a respirator.
Position will be constructing and repairing buildings, structures and fences to include basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical.
Position also performs a variety of landscaping tasks such as mowing, weed trimming, cutting down trees, fertilizing, etc.
Incumbent will ensure that equipment is in good working order including small engine repair and maintenance.
Please note this is a physically demanding position that involves, but is not limited to, the following:
Quickly respond to and access horses covering a 200-acre facility.
Work outside in all weather conditions.
Bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces up to 8+ hours a day.
Push, pull, move and lift heavy objects weighing up to 125 lb. with or without reasonable accomdation (e.g. bales of feed and bedding, feed sacks, materials, equipment, etc.).
Work in a dusty, dirty and odorous environment. Tolerate foul odors, sights and substances.
Work with animal dander, different types of hay and feed, and a variety of cleaning agents.
Work in an area with and occasionally handle potentially dangerous large animals.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

Position requires working on weekends and holidays; working occasional overtime; working variable hours depending on current needs of the unit.
Lunch hours may vary and will be established per the current needs of the unit.
Work schedule subject to change with prior notification.
Restricted vacation during busy periods.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience/Education:

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification(s).

Optional Guidelines:

Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Required Qualifications:

Ability to communicate professionally and effectively at all times and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.
Skill to communicate clearly, effectively and professionally orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Skill to interpret and understand department and university practices as well as all procedures, manuals, safety regulations, directives, and other work-related documents.
Ability to operate and use vehicles and equipment including farm equipment (e.g. different types of tractors and attachments), full size pickup truck, ATV’s, tractor, etc.
Ability using hand tools, power tools and landscaping tools.
Ability to perform minor repair work (e.g. fix fencing, watering devices, minor plumbing repairs, feeders, etc.).
Must be able to lift 125 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to clean and provide maintenance for tractors, vehicles and equipment (e.g. change oil and filters, tire changes, battery changes, etc.).
Ability to perform small engine repair.
Skills to operate a personal computer to check e-mail and use MS Word & Excel documents.
Experience to safely catch, lead and restrain horses.
Experience with equines to safely work in animal areas.
Ability to clean stalls and feeding/watering horses.
Experience and skill to identify sick and/or injured horses and the ability to identify subtle changes in their behavior.

Required license or certification:

NC Driver’s License is required and will need to be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
NC Pesticide License or ability to obtain one within one year from start date.

Position Number:

00108310

AA/EEO Statement:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Apply Now