Animal Care Technician II - Milker

UW–Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences; Arlington (VA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading agricultural research center as an Animal Care Technician II - Milker. You will be responsible for milking and caring for dairy cows, ensuring compliance with food-grade standards. This full-time role offers a rotating schedule and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Vacation

Holidays

Insurance

Retirement

Qualifications

• Effective communication and ability to follow instructions.
• Basic dairy milking techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform milking, feeding, cleaning, and health observations.
• Collect and process milk samples and maintain records.

Skills

Communication

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Farm equipment

Job description

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Job Summary:

The Emmons Blaine Arlington Dairy Research Center is part of the Integrated Dairy Facilities for the Agricultural Research Stations at UW-Madison. This industry-leading facility was built in 2008 and is home to 500 milking cows, roughly 100 dry cows, and 100 neonatal calves. It is a sand-bedded freestall dairy facility located in Arlington Ag Research Station, 20 miles north of Madison, supporting research in nutrition, physiology, welfare, calf growth, and transition cow management.

Responsibilities:

• Perform milking, feeding, cleaning, animal handling, and health observations.
• Collect and process milk samples, observe and handle lactating cows.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures with minimal supervision, ensuring compliance and food-grade standards.
• Collect samples, administer medications, maintain records, and report animal behavior and health concerns.

Qualifications:

Required: High school diploma, willingness to learn, effective communication, ability to follow instructions.

Preferred: Basic dairy milking techniques, operation of farm equipment.

Work Schedule:

40 hours/week, rotating shifts (3:30AM - 12:00PM or 1:00PM - 9:30PM), including some holidays and every other weekend.

Additional Requirements:

Must lift 50 pounds, respond quickly to large animals, and perform physical activities like bending and twisting.

Application Process:

Click "Apply Now" and submit a resume and optional cover letter highlighting relevant experience.

Contact:

Jessica Cederquist
[e-mail]
608-265-8957

Other Details:

Full-time, ongoing position based in Arlington, WI. Salary starts at $18.50/hour, dependent on experience. Benefits include vacation, holidays, insurance, and retirement. Employment may require background checks and adherence to safety policies.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.