Temp Dairy Barn Assistant - Milking & Farm Care (Casual)

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 21,008 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking a Temporary Casual Dairy Barn employee at the St. Paul Campus. This part-time position involves milking, animal handling, and maintaining barn facilities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to lift heavy weights. Preferred qualifications include general farm labor experience and livestock handling skills. Pay ranges from $15.25 to $30.00 per hour based on experience.

Join a team committed to animal care and support research initiatives within the department of Animal Science.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 120 lbs; 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Valid Minnesota Driver's License required.
• High School Graduate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Handle dairy cattle and perform milking tasks.
• Monitor animal health and maintain housing facilities.
• Provide support for research activities in dairy facilities.
• Keep accurate records of feed and intake data.

Skills

General farm labor experience

Experience in operating farm tractors and equipment

Experience in milking and livestock handling

Ability to lift up to 120 lbs

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Tools

Dairy management software

Feed management software

Tractors and feed mixers

Job description

The University of Minnesota is seeking a Temporary Casual Dairy Barn employee at the St. Paul Campus. This part-time position involves milking, animal handling, and maintaining barn facilities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to lift heavy weights. Preferred qualifications include general farm labor experience and livestock handling skills. Pay ranges from $15.25 to $30.00 per hour based on experience.

Join a team committed to animal care and support research initiatives within the department of Animal Science.