Overview
Join our dynamic livestock team as a Swine Farm Technician and become a vital part of our commitment to animal welfare, sustainable farming, and innovative breeding practices. In this energetic role, you will be responsible for the daily care, management, and health monitoring of our swine herd. Your expertise will help ensure optimal livestock performance, biosecurity, and overall farm efficiency. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in animal husbandry and farm operations within a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Duties
- Provide daily care for swine including feeding, watering, and maintaining clean living environments to promote animal health and welfare.
- Assist with livestock handling, including gentle restraint and movement to ensure safety for animals and staff.
- Maintain specified housekeeping assignments, including power washing and disinfecting.
- Support breeding operations by managing artificial insemination procedures and tracking reproductive cycles accurately.
- Conduct health assessments/procedures to monitor livestock well-being.
- Operate farm machinery such as feeders, waterers, and cleaning equipment to maintain sanitation standards.
- Implement biosecurity protocols to prevent disease transmission and protect herd health.
- Assist in recording data related to breeding outcomes and livestock performance metrics.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of agriculture practices, livestock management, and animal husbandry principles.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently during farm chores or equipment operation.
- Mechanical aptitude for maintaining farm machinery and equipment.
- Basic math skills for record keeping, data entry, and inventory management.
- Familiarity with farm sanitation standards to ensure a clean environment for animals.
- Knowledge of veterinary procedures related to livestock health management and biosecurity protocols.
- Excellent teamwork skills.
- Prior experience with livestock is highly desirable.
This role is perfect for motivated individuals passionate about animal care, farming innovation, and sustainable livestock production. Join us in making a positive impact on the future of pig farming while advancing your career in agriculture!
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- able to work some weekends and holidays?
Experience:
- livestock: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Leipsic, OH 45856 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
