Entry-Level Farm Animal Care Specialist

Iowa Select Farms; Cylinder (IA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) program with company match

Paid time off

Flexible paid-time-off

Referral bonus program

Job summary

A farming company located in Cylinder, Iowa, is seeking an Animal Caretaker for full-time employment. The candidate will be responsible for feeding and monitoring the animals, tending to newborns, and ensuring proper environmental conditions. Entry-level applicants are encouraged, as no prior experience is required. The role comes with competitive pay at $20 per hour, a one-time retention bonus, and an array of benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to climb over gates up to 48 inches in height.
• Adherence to biosecurity and animal well-being policies.

Responsibilities

• Providing feed and water, with daily observation of every animal.
• Tending to newborn piglets.
• Light facility maintenance including power washing.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Dependable

Job description

A farming company located in Cylinder, Iowa, is seeking an Animal Caretaker for full-time employment. The candidate will be responsible for feeding and monitoring the animals, tending to newborns, and ensuring proper environmental conditions. Entry-level applicants are encouraged, as no prior experience is required. The role comes with competitive pay at $20 per hour, a one-time retention bonus, and an array of benefits including health insurance and paid time off.