Farrier Intern - Veterinary Teaching Hospital
University of Illinois

Job Info

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Farrier Intern

Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Job Summary
The University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital Farrier Intern program is designed to provide training in the diagnosis, treatment, and postoperative management of a wide range of foot problems in horses. This experience will provide knowledge and training that is an excellent foundation for equine farrier work. Interns will share assignments in the care of equine podiatry in surgical, medical, and primary care services. Interns will work closely with certified journeyman farriers and board-certified equine clinicians in the care of these horses. Apprentices will perform duties related to the corrective and therapeutic trimming and shoes of client and University-owned horses.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Trains with journeyman farriers to provide routine trimming and shoeing of clinic horses and those used for teaching and research
• Responsible for supply inventory in hospital and trucks.
• Responsible for cleaning the shop and trucks.
• Drive from onsite to offsite locations
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Physical Demands
Work done in the Large Animal Clinic includes hazards such as: unpredictable animal behavior, forge work, use of chemicals in surgical hoof reconstruction, animal wastes, etc. Allergies to hay, straw or animal dander may cause discomfort based on the location with the College of Veterinary Medicine. Proximity to or contact with animals.

Minimum Qualifications

At least 1 year experience working as a Farrier or completion of 12 week Farrier Course.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to be around horses and other large animals.
• Ability to understand and operationalize written and verbal guidelines.
• Ability to multitask as well as provide complete follow through.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision on a daily basis.
• Have a demonstrated knowledge of equine anatomy and behavior.
• Ability to move 50 lbs. from one location to another.
• Ability to drive a vehicle and possess a valid driver's license

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 1502 - Farrier position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after October 15, 2024. The hourly rate for this position is $17.81 per hour.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 15, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Tobias Ellis, tobiase@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1024898
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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