Artificial Breeding Technician

The Equinest; Anderson (IN); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Equinest in Anderson, IN is seeking an artificial breeding technician to assist with artificial insemination in horses and livestock. The role requires coordinating with breeding managers, handling animals carefully, and maintaining accurate records.

Candidates should understand horse anatomy, be able to perform physical labor, and show strong communication and organizational skills. Some formal education in animal husbandry or veterinary science is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in the field valued and sought after.
• Formal education in animal husbandry or veterinary science preferred.
• In some locations insemination may require a veterinarian or vet technician.

Responsibilities

• Schedule insemination procedures with breeding farms.
• Prepare semen for insemination.
• Handle insemination processes.
• Keep records of procedures and animals.

Skills

Animal handling

Horse anatomy knowledge

Physical strength

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Formal education in animal husbandry or veterinary science

Job description

An artificial breeding technician is responsible for the artificial reproduction, which is often used when breeding horses and livestock. They frequently coordinate their efforts with a breeding manager or a broodmare manager .

What You Need

This is a position which benefits from a good understanding of horse anatomy, experience handling animals and a gentle touch for the mares. The ability to withstand physical labor, a strong physique, solid communication and strong organizational skills are highly beneficial to become an artificial breeding technician.

Job Description

This is a position which often works independently of breeding facilities, although larger establishments may have a dedicated position.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling insemination procedures with breeding farms
• Prepare semen for insemination
• Handle insemination processes
• Keeping records of process and animals

Requirements

Because the duties of this position are highly specialized, experience in the field and education are both highly valued in perspective employees. Chances are employers will expect some formal education to carry out this job, either in animal husbandry or veterinary science.*

In some places insemination must be carried out by a vet or a vet tech .

*It was difficult to find information about certification for this position or any real resources. If anyone has any information please drop us a note We’d love to provide better information.