Bovine Care Technician – P/T – Canton

SAB BIO; Canton (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

SAB BIO in Canton, SD is seeking a part-time Bovine Care Technician to provide direct care for Tc Bovine and support on farm operations. You will perform calf care, bedding, feeding, treatments, and help maintain a clean, safe environment for all animals.

The role requires operating equipment such as skid loader, tractor, and payloader, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in outdoor conditions. Hours are mostly weekends with some weekdays, totaling about 10-15 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Experience with large animal care and cattle handling.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record and ability to operate a company vehicle.
• Experience operating farm equipment (skid loader, payloader, tractor).
• Attention to detail and commitment to animal welfare.

Responsibilities

• Execute husbandry tasks and procedures (calf care, bedding, feeding, treatments).
• Operate equipment (skid loader, tractor, payloader) for feeding.
• Maintain a clean environment for all animals under SAB Bio’s care.
• Collaborate with management to optimize operational efficiency and enhance overall animal welfare.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Large animal care

Cattle handling

Driver's license

Tools

Skid loader

Payloader

Tractor

Job description

The Bovine Care Technician – P/T – Canton is a crucial part of the Pharm team with responsibilities including direct care for the Tc Bovine as well as a variety of related duties. The incumbent will ensure the highest standards of care are maintained at all time for Tc Bovine at the Company’s pharm sites.

Responsibilities: (Include but are not limited to):

• Execute husbandry tasks and procedures (calf care, bedding, feeding, treatments)
• Operate equipment (skid loader, tractor, payloader) for feeding
• Maintain a clean environment for all animals under SAB Bio’s care
• Collaborate with management to optimize operational efficiency and enhance overall animal welfare
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience and Certifications:

• Experience with equipment such as skid loader, payloader, and tractor
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, ability to operate a company vehicle independently
• Experience in large animal care, demonstrating a understanding of animal health
• Cattle handling skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to ensuring animal well-being

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand and sit.

Ability to lift 50 pounds and be on feet walking, or standing for long periods of time. Job requires ability to work in adverse/outdoor conditions, good physical mobility and above average strength/conditioning. Animals, especially if handled improperly, can cause injury.

Working Environment/Travel:

Duties will be performed in a normal farm working environment. The position will be exposed to loud noises from farm-related equipment.

Schedule will include mostly weekend hours, but will also have weekday hours as needed. Anticipate 10-15 hours per week but hours may increase based on business needs.

ADA:

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Primary and additional duties and responsibilities are subject to modification.

SAB BIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. SAB BIO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE/AA/Vets