Dairy Farm Calf / Heifer Herdsman

Farm Job Search; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

Farm Job Search is seeking a Dairy Farm Calf / Heifer Herds Person for a 600-cow, family-owned dairy in northeastern Iowa. The role requires dairy farm experience or an agriculture degree and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

You will care for newborn calves and heifers up to 200 pounds, work with the veterinarian on vaccinations and welfare protocols, and assist with routine herd health. Housing is provided.

Qualifications

• Must have dairy farm experience and/or a degree in agriculture.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Care for newborn calves and heifers until they weigh 200 pounds.
• Work with the vet on vaccination, treatment, and animal welfare protocols.
• Housing provided.

Responsibilities

• Care for newborn calves and heifers until they weigh 200 pounds.
• Assist veterinarian with vaccinations, treatments, and welfare protocols.
• Operate basic farm equipment is a plus.
• Contribute to overall herd care on a 600 head dairy operation.

Skills

Dairy farm experience

Independent worker

Education

Degree in agriculture

Tools

Farm equipment operation

Job description

Dairy Farm Calf / Heifer Herdsman (6251)

Location: Iowa

JobNumber: 6251

Dairy Farm Calf / Heifer Herds Person Position available on 600 cow, family-owned, modern dairy farm in northeastern Iowa. MUST have dairy farm experience and/or a degree in agriculture. This position requires a contentious person who can work independently with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include caring for new born calves and heifers until they weigh 200 pounds. Will also be responsible for working with the vet on vaccination, treatment, and animal welfare protocols. Ability to operate farm equipment is a plus. Salary and benefit package based on experience and education. Housing provided.