Animal Care Technician - Farrowing & Breeding Support

christensenfarms; Paris (IL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Christensen Farms in Paris, Illinois is seeking a dedicated Animal Care Technician to support our Farrowing and Breeding departments. This role involves hands-on care of our animals and overall barn operations, focusing on the health and well-being of our swine herd.

The ideal candidate will be reliable and hardworking, with a passion for animal welfare and attention to detail. This full-time position pays $20/hr and offers a benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, a flexible spending account, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow established protocols and SOPs with attention to detail.
• Dedication to animal welfare and biosecurity measures.
• Physical readiness and resilience to handle barn work demands.

Responsibilities

• Provide feed and water to the animals daily.
• Monitor sows and litters daily for health issues.
• Clean and sanitize barn to maintain biosecurity.

Skills

Reliability

Work ethic

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Resilience for physical work

Job description

Christensen Farms in Paris, Illinois is seeking a dedicated Animal Care Technician to support our Farrowing and Breeding departments. This role involves hands-on care of our animals and overall barn operations, focusing on the health and well-being of our swine herd.

The ideal candidate will be reliable and hardworking, with a passion for animal welfare and attention to detail. This full-time position pays $20/hr and offers a benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, a flexible spending account, and a 401(k) plan.