Dairy Herdsman: AI Breeding & Herd Health

NPAworldwide; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking a Herdsman for a dairy operation in Illinois. This role covers AI breeding, preg checks, calf and heifer health care, milking, and monitoring herd health.

Responsibilities include feeding, bedding, cleaning pens, dehorning and tagging, and maintaining basic records with computer skills. Must have current dairy experience; strong herd health skills and the ability to diagnose and treat cows as needed.

Qualifications

• Herd health skills.
• AI breeding experience.
• Preg checks a plus.
• Feed and nutrition knowledge.
• Hoof trimming a plus.
• Basic computer experience.
• Equipment operation experience a plus.
• Mechanical background preferred.

Responsibilities

• AI breeding and pregnancy checks as part of herd management.
• Calf and heifer health care including dehorning and tagging.
• Milking and monitoring cows for health issues.
• Feed mixing, bedding, and cleaning pens.
• Record keeping and basic computer use.

Skills

Herd health skills

AI breeding experience

Preg checks

Feed / Nutrition knowledge

Hoof trimming

Basic Computer experience

Equipment operation experience

Mechanical background

Job description

NPAworldwide is seeking a Herdsman for a dairy operation in Illinois. This role covers AI breeding, preg checks, calf and heifer health care, milking, and monitoring herd health.

Responsibilities include feeding, bedding, cleaning pens, dehorning and tagging, and maintaining basic records with computer skills. Must have current dairy experience; strong herd health skills and the ability to diagnose and treat cows as needed.