Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector)
1 week ago
The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developm.....
- The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. The duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Inspects premises in and bordering the quarantine zone, and investigates additions to or losses of livestock from such herds.
- Makes periodic inspections of vacated premises to detect bad fences, cattle tracks, or other evidence of illegal use of the premises.
- Rides horseback and checks all fences in and bordering the quarantine zone to ascertain that they are adequate to prevent intermingling of livestock and consequent exposure to fever tick carriers.
- Collects physical information which may involve sign-cutting and tracking techniques, and uses this information to detect and apprehend strayed or smuggled Mexican livestock.
- Assists with inspection and testing of livestock, poultry, and other avian species on ranches, farms, auctions, markets, etc., to detect animal diseases and parasites.
- Makes arrangements with owners and independently draws blood samples from animals and poultry, conducts necessary serologic tests, tags, brands, appraises reactor animals, and reports findings.
- Oversees the cleaning and disinfection of vehicles and premises that are contaminated by disease organisms or as a precautionary measure.
Starting at $39,576 Per Year (GS 5)
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