Dairy Milking & Barn Care Technician

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position

Full-time benefits

Job summary

The Ohio State University is hiring a Dairy Worker 1 at Krauss Dairy Research Facility (Wooster, OH). The role focuses on milking operations, cattle care, and equipment handling, with guidance to residents/students on proper milking practices.

This union position involves rotating shifts, outdoor work, and typical farm tasks. Strong physical ability and basic math/read-write skills are essential for daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.
• Ability to read and write simple sentences.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, bending, and working in a farm environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform milking duties following established procedures.
• Maintain bedding and feeding of dairy cattle.
• Clean and sanitize dairy barn and surrounding work areas.
• Instruct residents and/or students on milking practices and proper operation of milking equipment.
• Maintain, clean, and store milking equipment to ensure proper function and sanitation.
• Inspect dairy cattle and provide basic treatment for sickness or injury, reporting concerns as needed.
• Build, repair, and maintain farm fences.
• Perform miscellaneous farm-related tasks as assigned.
• Operate farm vehicles and equipment to haul feed, calves, and other materials safely.

Skills

Basic math

Reading/writing simple sentences

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Ohio State University is hiring a Dairy Worker 1 at Krauss Dairy Research Facility (Wooster, OH). The role focuses on milking operations, cattle care, and equipment handling, with guidance to residents/students on proper milking practices.

This union position involves rotating shifts, outdoor work, and typical farm tasks. Strong physical ability and basic math/read-write skills are essential for daily operations.