Animal Care Technician — Sign-On Bonus + Growth Path

christensenfarms; Clarkfield (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off bank

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Christensen Farms is seeking an Animal Care Technician to support both the Farrowing and Breeding departments. This hands-on role focuses on daily care of the swine herd to ensure health, comfort and well-being in a fast-paced barn environment.

A reliable, hardworking candidate with a strong commitment to biosecurity and safety is encouraged to apply. The position offers a $2,500 sign-on/retention bonus for eligible new hires, with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 6:00 am to 3:30 pm and rotating

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to perform demanding barn work.
• Reliable, hardworking and capable of consistent daily tasks.
• Ability to follow established protocols and SOPs with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide feed and water to the animals daily to maintain health and nutrition.
• Heat checking/Breed sows in heat per daily schedule, and perform gilt heat induction following established protocols.
• Process piglets by castrating, tail docking, and administering iron/antibiotics.
• Assist with farrowing with litter care, and ensuring piglet warmth.
• Monitor sows and litters daily to identify health issues, provide treatments, and support animal well-being.
• Maintain sanitation through cleaning, disinfecting, and pit draining; handle animal movements, assist with weaning, and keep accurate records while adhering to biosecurity and safety protocols.

Skills

Reliability

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Biosecurity

Teamwork

Job description

Christensen Farms is seeking an Animal Care Technician to support both the Farrowing and Breeding departments. This hands-on role focuses on daily care of the swine herd to ensure health, comfort and well-being in a fast-paced barn environment.

A reliable, hardworking candidate with a strong commitment to biosecurity and safety is encouraged to apply. The position offers a $2,500 sign-on/retention bonus for eligible new hires, with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 6:00 am to 3:30 pm and rotating