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University of Florida

Large Animal Hospital OPS Stable Assistant

Pay: $33,280/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Gainesville, FL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/20/2026

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What they do

A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.

$34,482 / year median in Florida

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

JOB NO:

540726

WORK TYPE:

Staff Full-Time

LOCATION

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

DEPARTMENT

28321000 - VM-HOSPITAL

CLASSIFICATION TITLE

Large Animal Hospital Stable Assistant

CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

One year of experience handling and restraining horses and one year of experience utilizing equipment in farm facility maintenance.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position assists in the husbandry of horses and other large animals admitted to the Large Animal Hospital. The candidate must be experienced in the handling, husbandry and care of horses and/or other large farm animals. Duties include cleaning and maintenance of facilities and equipment; preparing and sanitizing hospital facilities; stocking and monitoring supplies. The individual may also assist in handling of patients for examination and diagnostic procedures. This requires an individual to have experience working with horses and their specific physical and behavioral traits. This is a physically demanding position requiring strength and stamina. Qualified candidates will need to be able to perform the following duties: (These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed). Cleaning, stripping, scrubbing and disinfecting stalls, hallways and procedure areas. Loading, transporting and unloading shavings, waste material, feed and hay carts. Assist in maintaining supply inventory and replenishing stock. Assist in handling and disposal of trash, biowaste and hazardous material. Utilize chemical cleaning and disinfection agents in a safe manner. Assist Veterinary Technician staff with feeding, grooming, restraining and exercising patients. Assist with handling difficult horses and other large animal species Grounds maintenance. Laundry service.

EXPECTED SALARY

$15 - 17 /hr depending on experience and shift

PREFERRED

Additional experience caring and working with with other large farm animal species is preferred. Knowledge and ability to operate a forklift, tractors and material handling equipment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED

Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, push, pull, twist and stand for an extended period of time.

ADVERTISED

24 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

31 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time