Livestock Technician WI

Select Sires Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Career advancement pathways

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Select Sires Inc. is seeking a Livestock Technician to join our production team in Westby, Wisconsin. This role supports cattle handling, semen collection, and daily production activities that drive industry-leading dairy and beef genetics for producers across the U.S. and beyond.

Starting wage is $19.00+ per hour. The position is full-time, hourly, non-exempt with a Monday–Friday schedule from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work safely around cattle.
• Attention to detail and good communication are essential.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Collect semen using established safety protocols.
• Handle bulls to stimulate semen collection.
• Feed, clean, move, and monitor dairy and beef cattle.
• Support health testing, veterinary treatments, and hoof-trimming activities.
• Operate company vehicles and farm equipment.
• Maintain facilities, equipment and work areas.
• Follow biosecurity, safety and production quality standards.
• Collaborate to achieve production goals.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Safety around cattle

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Support the Production of World-Class Bovine Genetics

Select Sires, Inc. is seeking a Livestock Technician to join our production team in Westby, Wisconsin. This position plays a critical role in supporting cattle handling, semen collection, and production activities that help deliver industry-leading dairy and beef genetics to producers throughout the United States and around the world. Starting wage is $19.00+ per hour.

Work Schedule

• Full-time, hourly, non-exempt position
• Monday through Friday schedule 5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
• Holiday, evening, and weekend work may be required on a rotating basis.
• Work schedules and responsibilities may be adjusted to support business and production needs.

What You'll Do

• Collect semen using established safety protocols.
• Handle bulls in a manner that properly stimulates semen collection.
• Feed, clean, move, and monitor dairy and beef cattle.
• Support health testing, veterinary treatments, and hoof-trimming activities.
• Operate company vehicles, trucks, trailers, and farm equipment.
• Maintain facilities, equipment, and work areas.
• Follow all biosecurity, safety, and production quality standards.
• Work collaboratively to achieve production goals.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Ability to work safely around cattle.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Why Join Select Sires?

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Career advancement pathways
• Opportunity to work with elite dairy and beef cattle
• Team-oriented culture built on Integrity, Dedication, Respect, and Innovation

About Select Sires

Based in Plain City, Ohio, Select Sires Inc. is committed to maximizing the productivity, profitability, and sustainability of livestock producers. Through industry-leading genetics, innovative programs, and exceptional service, Select Sires helps producers around the world succeed.