Animal Care Technician

Swine Vet Center Management; Minnesota; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental

Vision

Short-Term Disability

ETO

401(k)

Job summary

Swine Vet Center Management is seeking an Animal Care Technician to join our sow farm team in Fairmont, MN. The role involves daily pig care, feeding, breeding, and farrowing, with duties including piglet processing, vaccinations, and data recording.

Candidates should be able to work in a barn environment, follow strict safety and biosecurity protocols, and potentially engage in team projects. A valid driver’s license and bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication).
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Reliable and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for pigs, including feeding, breeding, farrowing, and weaning.
• Assist with piglet processing and vaccinations.
• Safely move animals and clean animal housing areas.
• Perform power washing and maintain a sanitary environment.
• Monitor feed, water, and ventilation systems to support animal health.
• Accurately record farm and animal data.
• Contribute to team goals and special projects as needed.
• Strictly follow all safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity protocols.

Skills

Basic math skills

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Attendance reliability

Tools

Data entry software

Job description

Position Title: Animal Care Apprentice
Location: Fairmont, MN

Company: Swine Vet Center Management

About Us

Swine Vet Center Management partners directly with clients to maximize swine production and profitability. We support sow farm operations across Minnesota, South Dakota, and Iowa.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an Animal Care Technician to join our sow farm team.

Essential Functions

• Provide daily care for pigs, including feeding, breeding, farrowing, and weaning
• Assist with piglet processing and vaccinations
• Safely move animals and clean animal housing areas
• Perform power washing and maintain a sanitary environment
• Monitor feed, water, and ventilation systems to support animal health
• Accurately record farm and animal data
• Contribute to team goals and special projects as needed
• Strictly follow all safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity protocols

Qualifications:

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication)
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Reliable and consistent attendance

Preferred:

• 1-3 years of experience in swine production
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License or access to reliable transportation
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) communication skills
• Basic computer skills, including data entry, email, and training modules

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-Term Disability
• Earned time off (ETO)
• 401(k) with employer contribution

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

This position requires standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in a barn environment with exposure to strong odors, animal waste, disinfectants, dust, and loud noise. Candidates must be able to perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Authorization:

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the Form I-9 and verification of work eligibility.

Swine Vet Center Management is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.