Animal Caretaker - Avalanche Farm 6

Pipestone • Burlington, CO

9d

About The Position

The Animal Caretaker works hands-on with pigs in a modern swine production facility, supporting animal health and welfare and daily farm operations. The role may include caring for breeding sows, supporting farrowing and piglet care, monitoring pig health, maintaining clean facilities, and contributing to livestock production. Training is provided, and the position offers consistent schedules, paid overtime opportunities, and potential career growth in agriculture.

Requirements

• No experience required; training is provided.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to animal welfare, safety, and biosecurity.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to print or write legibly.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Reliable transportation to work.
• Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including standing and walking for 8 to 10 hours per day; frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, grasping, or pulling; frequent lifting of 3 to 20 pounds; occasional lifting or pulling up to 50 pounds; and occasional lifting or pulling up to 100 pounds with another person's assistance as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and monitor the health and well-being of pigs.
• Ensure pigs have proper feed, fresh water, clear air, and a comfortable environment.
• Assist with breeding, gestation, farrowing, piglet care, and other swine production activities.
• Follow production protocols to support sow and gilt production and efficiency.
• Administer vaccinations, medications, and health treatments according to protocols.
• Monitor feed intake and adjust feeding programs as necessary.
• Observe animal behavior, promptly identify and report concerns, and follow treatment protocols.
• Assist with farrowing and newborn piglet care, including feeding and processing.
• Assist with breeding activities, including artificial insemination and pregnancy checks.
• Operate and maintain equipment used in swine production.
• Maintain timely and accurate records of animal health, treatments, and performance.
• Communicate effectively with employees and farm management.
• Follow animal welfare and biosecurity regulations and company policies.
• Maintain clean facilities.

Benefits

• Paid overtime opportunities
• Hands-on training
• Career growth opportunities
• Consistent schedules

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed