Livestock Technician WI

Select Sires, Inc.; Westby (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Career development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Select Sires, Inc. in Westby, WI is hiring a Livestock Technician for our campus. This hands-on role supports livestock care and semen collection, with a starting wage of $19.00+ per hour, depending on experience.

You will work 5:30 AM–2:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with holiday and weekend shifts rotating. Apply today to join a team focused on animal welfare, safety, and craftsmanship in dairy and beef genetics.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and punctual attendance.
• Strong verbal communication with team members across the facility.
• Excellent attention to detail ensuring accuracy in animal care and facility procedures.
• Strong task-prioritization skills, balancing daily responsibilities with changing needs.
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, physically active environment with safety as a priority.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an ambassador of Select Sires’ Mission and Core Values, demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to animal well-being in every task.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment, including regular cleaning of buildings, equipment, and grounds to uphold facility standards.
• Perform semen collection using established, safety-focused protocols, ensuring animal care and proper technique.
• Handle and work with bulls safely to prepare animals for semen collection.
• Operate company vehicles, trucks, trailers, and farm equipment following all safety guidelines.
• Provide daily livestock care including feeding, watering, cleaning, moving bulls and steers, health tests, veterinary treatments, and hoof trimming as needed.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Strong verbal communication

Attention to detail

Task prioritization

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

WHO WE ARE

Based in Plain City, Ohio, Select Sires Inc. is committed to enhancing the productivity and profitability of dairy and beef producers. Highly fertile semen and genetic consultation are provided by three farmer-owned and -controlled cooperatives domestically, while World Wide Sires, Ltd. delivers international service. As the industry leader, Select Sires Inc. supplies farmers and ranchers with the world's best genetics, services and programs.

SELECT SIRES, INC MISSION

With the highest integrity, maximize the productivity, profitability, and sustainability of livestock producers who feed the world.

SELECT SIRES, INC. CORE VALUES

Integrity | Dedication | Respect | Innovation

Select Sires, Inc. is excited to welcome motivated individuals to our team as Livestock Technicians at Westby, WI campus. In this hands-on, animal-focused role, you’ll work directly with our world-class livestock alongside a team that values care, teamwork, and excellence. This is an hourly, non-exempt position reporting to the Production Supervisor and offers the chance to contribute to meaningful work in the agricultural and animal science industry. The starting wage for a Livestock Technician is $19.00+ per hour, depending on experience.

Specific duties and responsibilities of a Livestock Technician include, but are not limited to,

• Serve as an ambassador of Select Sires’ Mission and Core Values, demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to animal well-being in every task.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment, including regular cleaning of buildings, equipment, and grounds to uphold our high facility standards.
• Perform semen collection using established, safety-focused protocols, ensuring accuracy, animal care, and proper technique.
• Handle and work with bulls safely and confidently to appropriately prepare animals for semen collection.
• Operate company vehicles, trucks, trailers, and farm equipment, following all safety and operational guidelines.
• Provide daily livestock care, including feeding, watering, cleaning, moving bulls and steers, conducting health tests, administering veterinary treatments, and assisting with hoof trimming and other routine activities.

Livestock Technicians work a consistent 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM Monday–Friday schedule, with shift times varying by facility.

To support animal care and production needs, holiday and weekend shifts are required on a rotating basis. Work schedules and specific duties may be adjusted as needed to meet departmental priorities and ensure consistent, high-quality animal care.

WHY JOIN SELECT SIRES?

At Select Sires, you’ll be part of a team-oriented, supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to take ownership of their careers and grow both personally and professionally. We take pride in fostering a culture where people feel valued, empowered, and inspired to contribute their best.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and flexible benefits are designed to support your health, financial security, and overall, well-being.
• Professional development opportunities including mentoring programs, on-the-job learning, and both internal and external training designed to help you expand your skills.
• Clear pathways for advancement through intentional career planning and growth opportunities.
• A culture built on excellence, commitment to customer success, and the highest ethical standards.
• A meaningful focus on work/life balance, ensuring you can thrive at work and at home.
• A community-driven mindset, with Select Sires proudly contributing to and participating in local organizations, events, and initiatives.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES OF A LIVESTOCK TECHNICIAN:

• Reliable transportation, ensuring consistent and punctual attendance.
• Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members across the facility.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all animal care and facility procedures.
• Strong task-prioritization skills, balancing daily responsibilities while adapting to changing needs.
• The ability to excel in a fast-paced, physically active environment, maintaining focus and safety at all times.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE OF A LIVESTOCK TECHNICIAN:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF A LIVESTOCK TECHNICIAN:

• Ability to constantly (6 – 8 hours) stand/walk, bend/stoop, push/pull over 100 lbs.
• Ability to frequently (3 – 6 hours) twist, knee lift (18\" -29\") 21 lbs. – 50 lbs., waist lift (30\" -36\") 21 lbs. – 50 lbs., chest lift (37\" -60\") 21 lbs. – 50 lbs., overhead lift (more than 60\") 0 lbs. – 20 lbs., carry 21 lbs. – 50 lbs.
• Ability to occasionally (1 – 3 hours) squat/kneel
• Ability to seldomly (0 – 1 hours) sit, climb stairs, crawl, floor lift (0-17\") 0 lbs. – 20 lbs.

DISCLAIMER

The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties, and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Select Sires retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties, and responsibilities to the employee at any time, with or without notice.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required to verify employment eligibility within three business days of the first day of employment.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Select Sires, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Select Sires, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Select Sires, Inc. expressly prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Select Sires, Inc.'s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.