Swine Health Technician — Flexible Hours

pipestonecareers; Burlington (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PipestoneCareers is seeking a Swine Technician to oversee the daily care, health, and welfare of pigs in a swine production facility. The role involves health management, feeding, breeding support, and maintaining facility sanitation to meet high production standards.

Responsibilities include monitoring pig health, administering treatments, assisting with farrowing and breeding activities, and keeping accurate health records.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Experience in animal husbandry or swine production is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Swine production

Health monitoring

Record keeping

Protocol compliance

Job description

PipestoneCareers is seeking a Swine Technician to oversee the daily care, health, and welfare of pigs in a swine production facility. The role involves health management, feeding, breeding support, and maintaining facility sanitation to meet high production standards.

Responsibilities include monitoring pig health, administering treatments, assisting with farrowing and breeding activities, and keeping accurate health records.