Boar Health & Training Technician

Pillen Family Farms; Valparaiso (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned farming operation in Nebraska is seeking individuals to contribute to the care and handling of boars. Responsibilities include working in a team to assess the health of boars, document their collection history, administer treatments, and facilitate training for incoming groups. Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to perform physical tasks. Join a close-knit team dedicated to animal welfare and bio-security. The role involves daily physical activity and adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Must be able to reach, bend, kneel, and squat with full range of motion.
• Must be able to stand and walk 8 hours every day.
• Comply with all bio-security, safety, and animal welfare policies.

Responsibilities

• Work closely in a team environment of 4 to 5 individuals.
• Assess body and health condition of boars.
• Document boars' collection history on each boar card.
• Administer treatments and note on cards.
• Train and collect new incoming groups of boars.
• Move boars from isolation to main barn.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

A family-owned farming operation in Nebraska is seeking individuals to contribute to the care and handling of boars. Responsibilities include working in a team to assess the health of boars, document their collection history, administer treatments, and facilitate training for incoming groups. Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to perform physical tasks. Join a close-knit team dedicated to animal welfare and bio-security. The role involves daily physical activity and adherence to safety policies.