Animal Care Technician I: Farm Care & Breeding Support

JBS Foods

Lamar (CO)

On-site

USD 52,349,000 - 57,859,000

Full time

12 days ago
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Job summary

JBS Foods in Lamar, CO seeks an entry-level Animal Care Technician to join a rural farm team. You will learn to care for pigs, handle sows and piglets, and assist with farrowing and breeding tasks, all while following safety and biosecurity rules.

You will work 8–10 hour shifts with rotating weekends. Prior animal care is not required, but reliability and the ability to learn are essential.

Qualifications

  • No prior animal care required; experience preferred.
  • Ability to work in a team and maintain reliability.
  • Willingness to learn technology like handheld devices.
  • Willing to work weekends/holidays on a rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Learn and develop skills in the designated work area.
  • Work in a cohesive team to provide essential care to the animals.
  • Perform basic sow/gilt handling: feeding/watering/moving.
  • Assist with farrowing and breeding tasks.
  • Handle and use chemicals safely and vaccinate/medicate as needed.
  • Maintain farm cleanliness and biosecurity standards.
  • Operate basic machinery and equipment as required.

Skills

Team oriented
Self-motivated
Positive attitude
Written communication
Verbal communication

Tools

Hand-held devices
Electronic wands
Office equipment

Job description

JBS Foods in Lamar, CO seeks an entry-level Animal Care Technician to join a rural farm team. You will learn to care for pigs, handle sows and piglets, and assist with farrowing and breeding tasks, all while following safety and biosecurity rules.

You will work 8–10 hour shifts with rotating weekends. Prior animal care is not required, but reliability and the ability to learn are essential.

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