Animal Caretaker - Avalanche Farm 6

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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. Duties may include caring for breeding sows, assisting with farrowing and piglet care, monitoring pig health, maintaining clean facilities, and supporting livestock production. Training is provided, and the role offers hands-on experience and opportunities for 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.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Reliable transportation to work.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to print or write legibly.
Ability to stand and walk, and be on one's feet for 8 to 10 hours per day.
Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and use of one or both hands or arms to grasp or pull.
Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3 to 20 pounds.
Occasional bending while pulling or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or applying up to 50 pounds of force to move them.
Occasional bending while pulling or lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds, or applying up to 100 pounds of force to move them, with another person's assistance as needed.

Responsibilities

Learn and monitor pig health and well-being while providing daily animal care.
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 and procedures 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, identify and report concerns promptly, 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.