Farrier Technician, Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine: UTIA
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
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- Location
- Knoxville, TN
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Nov 3
- 2 days ago
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About the company
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Higher education · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
What you'll do
- Provide professional farrier support to the Farrier in Residence
- Deliver horseshoeing services for clients, faculty, students, and departmental herds
- Support clinical service delivery and instructional activities
What you need
- Education :
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience:
- Demonstrated practical experience in farrier work, including trimming, shoeing, and use of farrier tools and equipment.
- Knowledge of equine behavior and care.
- Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including prolonged standing, bending, lifting, and working directly with horses.
- Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Knowledge of farrier practices, equine hoof care, and horseshoeing techniques.
- Ability to safely handle horses and operate farrier tools and equipment, including a gas forge.
- Working knowledge of applicable safety standards and regulatory requirements in an academic veterinary setting.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a teaching environment.
- Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including prolonged standing, bending, lifting, and working with animals.
- Ability to follow established safety protocols and comply with applicable regulatory and facility standards (e.g., USDA, IACUC, AAALAC).
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work professionally with faculty, students, clients, and staff.
- Education:
- Completion of 24 weeks of a recognized farrier training program or 1 year apprenticeship.
- Certification through a professional farrier organization (e.g., AFA or equivalent).
- Experience providing farrier services.
- Experience assisting with instruction or training of students or trainees.
- Knoxville, Tennessee
- On-Site
- UT market range: MR06
- Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
- Find more information on UT Benefits here
- Resume
- Cover Letter (please mention any non-professional experience working with horses here)
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The College of Veterinary Medicine invites applicants to apply for the position of Farrier Technician. The primary purpose of this position is to provide professional farrier support to the Farrier in Residence in delivering horseshoeing services for clients, faculty, students, and departmental herds. This role supports both clinical service delivery and instructional activities within an academic veterinary environment and operates in the clinic and on farms. The Veterinary Medical Center is operational 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, and 365 days per year. Occasional weekend, evening, or holiday work may be required of this position.