Dairy Worker 1

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

Job Title: Dairy Worker 1

Department: FAES | Animal Sciences Wooster Dairy Center

The Dairy Worker is responsible for performing daily milking operations and supporting the overall care, feeding, and maintenance of dairy cattle and farm facilities. This position also provides guidance to residents/students on proper milking practices and equipment use. This position is located at the Wooster, OH Krauss dairy farm.

Primary Duties and 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.

Unusual Working Conditions

• Works rotating shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Works outdoors and may be exposed to varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to unpleasant odors, dairy cattle, and dangerous machinery.

Minimum 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.

The salary range for this position is $15.60-$19.50/hr. The offer for this position will fall within the positions pay range based on internal equity, unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications.

This position is part of the Communications Workers of America and is considered a union position. Regular full-time position, with full-time benefits.

Location: Krauss Dairy Research Facility (0426)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.