Job Summary
We pride ourselves on producing the best dairy products possible
through maintaining healthy and happy dairy cattle on our farm.
Join our team as a dairy farmer and use your animal science
knowledge to care for our cattle and ensure they remain healthy
and injury free. You will have the chance to work closely with
our team of dairy workers to milk the cattle and keep the
enclosures clean and well-maintained for a more hygienic
environment. Exercise your technical skills as you maintain the
farm equipment and reduce the number of repairs required. Employ
your excellent communication skills as you work closely on our
team and interact with veterinarians, vendors, buyers and other
visitors to our farm as required.
Job Responsibilities
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• Monitor dairy cows for signs of potential disease to ensure
that all livestock remain in optimum health and produce
high-quality milk.
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• Milk dairy cattle while ensuring livestock remain calm and
comfortable so cattle continue to produce maximum quantities
of milk.
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• Weigh cows and check for any physical signs of disease or
injury and provide preventative medical care as needed.
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• Review the pens, buildings and other areas to ensure the
areas remain hygienic to reduce the risk of injury and disease
to the cattle and farm workers.
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• Provide food and water to cattle and ensure that supplies
remain well stocked so that the livestock never go hungry.
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• Administer medications, vaccinations and other medical care
and coordinate with veterinarians as needed.
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• Use tools to move feed, animals and other equipment to the
appropriate areas on the farm in an efficient manner.
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• Maintain trucks, tractors, milking equipment and other gear
to ensure they remain in working order and reduce any repair
costs.
Jobs Skills & Qualifications
Required:
- • High school diploma or equivalent
- • 18+ years of age
- • 1+ years of experience in farm work, dairy work
Preferred:
- • Ability to perform physical work
- • Coursework in animal science
