Part-Time Animal Caregiver -Arapahoe, NE area

About the role

Provide expert care for animals, including feeding, watering, health treatments, artificial insemination, assisting with the birthing process, and day-one care. Monitor animal behavior and health, administer vaccinations and medication under veterinary guidance, and maintain regulatory compliance and worker safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the behavior and health status of animals, promptly addressing any issues that arise.
• Administer vaccinations and medication under the guidance of Herd Veterinarians.
• Protect worker safety by following safe work habits and Safety Non-Negotiables.
• Adhere to Core Values and the Animal Care Stakeholder Commitment Statement.
• Ensure high-quality production of weaned pigs using sound science.
• Conduct pig production activities in an environmentally responsible manner.
• Maintain accurate and timely production records.
• Execute biosecurity practices to safeguard animal health.
• Clean and disinfect animal housing areas using power washers and approved treatments.
• Perform housekeeping duties, including trash removal and maintaining cleanliness of facilities.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment as needed.

Requirements

• GED or High School Diploma preferred.
• One year of animal care or agricultural experience is a plus.

Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Basic biosecurity principles.
• Basic agricultural and swine production terminology.

Skill in:

• Clear and concise verbal and written communication.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem solving, judgement, and decision making.
• Active learning and applying new information.

Ability to:

• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Learn MS Office and basic computer skills.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Learn new skills.
• Operate high-pressure washing equipment.

Physical Demands

• Climbing: Less than 20%
• Crawling/Stooping: Less than 20%
• Hearing: Over 70%
• Heavy Lifting: Less than 20% (up to 60 lbs)
• Manual Dexterity: 41% - 70%
• Pushing/Pulling: Less than 20%
• Speaking: Over 70%
• Standing: Over 70%
• Visual: Over 70%
• Walking: Over 70%

Pay

Targeted pay range of $16.50 - $19.27 USD per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Choice between a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).
• Two dental coverage options, both covering preventative care at 100%.
• Group rate vision benefits.
• Complimentary Basic Life Insurance, plus voluntary employee, spouse, and child life insurance.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage at no cost to the employee.
• 401(k) plan (traditional pre-tax and Roth) with a 4% company match, immediately vested.
• Generous paid time off program, including a life event day and volunteer day annually.
• Participation in a Company Short Term Incentive Plan (STI).