Animal Caretaker – Large Animal Hospital

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Animal Caretaker to join the Texas A&M Large Animal Hospital team. In this full‑time position you will support daily operations by providing routine care, handling and restraining large animals, and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.

Key responsibilities

• Check inventory of feed, cleaning supplies, buckets and bowls.
• Clean stalls, barns, feed rooms, shavings rooms and disinfect treatment areas.
• Observe and report animal health concerns; assist with feeding, watering and transportation of animals.
• Handle and restrain horses, cattle, sheep, goats and other large species as needed.
• Assist veterinary technicians and operate a forklift and university vehicles.
• Empty manure cans, manage waste disposal and turn out animals to paddocks.
• Communicate with hospital services and maintain equipment care.

Required profile

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 1 year of experience handling and caring for large animals (horses, cattle, sheep, goats).
• Knowledge of animal feeds, disinfectants, PPE protocols and bio‑security practices.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to multitask.

Required skills

• Large animal handling
• Large animal husbandry
• Forklift operation
• Vehicle operation
• Knowledge of disinfectants
• PPE protocols
• Biosecurity awareness

What we offer

• Hourly wage of $15.85
• Full‑time schedule with benefits (Thursday‑Monday or Friday‑Tuesday, 7 am‑3:30 pm)
• Essential employee status during campus emergencies