Swine Care Technician — Health, Welfare & Breeding

Independencefamilyanimalcare; South Dakota; Vor Ort; USD 19.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid health insurance

Retirement Plan

Holiday pay & PTO

Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Ins.

Zusammenfassung

Pipestone is seeking a Swine Technician to care for pigs in our production facility. You will support daily health, feeding, and welfare, and help with farrowing, breeding, and record-keeping. No experience required; on-site role with flexible hours including weekends.

You will work in a busy barn environment with live animals and must follow biosecurity and welfare protocols. The position offers opportunities to learn animal husbandry, work with a supportive team, and contribute to

Qualifikationen

• No experience required.
• Experience in animal husbandry or swine production is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols.
• Exposure to loud noises, odors, and varying temperatures.
• Working with live animals in close quarters.

Aufgaben

• Learn and monitor the health and well-being of swine, ensuring they receive proper nutrition and care.
• Follow all production protocols and procedures to maximize sow and gilt production & efficiencies.
• Administer vaccinations, medications, and other health treatments as directed.
• Ensure pigs have access to adequate feed, air and water.
• Monitor feed intake and adjust feeding programs as necessary.
• Identify and report signs of illness or injury, following proper protocols for treatment.
• Assist with farrowing (birthing) and newborn piglet care, including feeding and processing.
• Assist in breeding activities, including artificial insemination and pregnancy checks.
• Monitor sows during gestation and farrowing to ensure a healthy process.
• Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in barns, pens, and other facilities.
• Operate and maintain equipment used in swine production.
• Maintain accurate records of animal health, treatments, and performance in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with the employee and the farm management
• Follow animal welfare, biosecurity regulations and company policies.

Jobbeschreibung

Pipestone is seeking a Swine Technician to care for pigs in our production facility. You will support daily health, feeding, and welfare, and help with farrowing, breeding, and record-keeping. No experience required; on-site role with flexible hours including weekends.

You will work in a busy barn environment with live animals and must follow biosecurity and welfare protocols. The position offers opportunities to learn animal husbandry, work with a supportive team, and contribute to