Location: Shawano,WI, USA
POSITION OBJECTIVE
PEAK has multiple openings for a Livestock Specialist in Shawano, Wis., to care for and handle sires in a manner to achieve maximum production levels.
Hours Available: Monday-Thursday, 10:30am - 9:00pm
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
* Handle sires of varying ages and sizes in a calm, confident manner for optimum production
* Work in a system using established protocols
* Perform regular livestock care including feeding, cleaning, moving cattle, assisting with health testing and veterinary treatments, and other routine tasks
* Operate company farm equipment and vehicles
* Clean and maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
* Comfortable working with large animals
* Must have a valid driver's license
* Ability to perform occasional planned weekend duties
* Capability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
* Capacity to work on feet and stand for long periods of time
* Willingness to learn and follow company protocols
Desired
* Previous livestock handling experience
* Experience detecting health and disease symptoms in cattle
* Ability to perform basic equipment and building maintenance repairs
* Post-secondary education in agriculture or related field
Ideal
* Basic computer skills working with Microsoft Office
CHARACTERISTICS OF A SUCCESSFUL LIVESTOCK SPECIALIST
* Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, team environment
* Effective communicator with attention to detail
* Keen sense of attention to safe working practices and strong awareness of surroundings
* Willingness to grow and develop both personally and professionally