dairy livestock worker

Workers will perform duties related to dairy livestock production during periods of increased labor demand associated with herd management cycles, calving activities, and seasonal feeding operations.

Duties may include:

Assist with feeding livestock using skid loaders and feeding equipment

Monitor livestock health and report signs of illness or injury

Assist with calving and care of newborn and young livestock Move livestock between barns, pens, and feeding areas

Maintain sanitation of livestock housing and feeding areas

Maintain bedding and livestock housing conditions

Assist with manure handling within livestock facilities

Operate skid loaders and small equipment related to feeding and livestock care

Perform livestock husbandry duties for cattle of all ages

Animal Care:

Feed and water dairy cattle according to established schedules Monitor animal health and report any signs of illness or injury

Assist with the care of sick or injured animals

Move cattle between pens, barns, and milking areas

Milking Operations:

Assist with milking cows using proper procedures

Clean and sanitize milking equipment before and after use

Ensure milk quality standards are maintained

Calving & Youngstock Care:

Assist with calving activities Provide care for newborn calves, including feeding and monitoring

Maintain clean and safe environments for calves

Barn Maintenance & Sanitation:

Clean stalls, pens, and alleyways

Bed stalls with appropriate materials

Maintain overall cleanliness of the barn and related facilities

Wash and sanitize equipment used in the barn

Work Environment

Work is performed in and around livestock facilities Exposure to animals, odors, dust, and varying temperatures is expected

Work may involve early mornings, weekends, and holidays