Maternity Technician
PINE RIVER, WI
We are hiring a maternity technician for a large dairy near Pine River, WI.
Responsibilities
Monitor all calvings occurring and assist as needed
Process all newborns calves according to protocol
Process all fresh animals according to protocol
Process all fresh colostrum according to colostrum protocol
Keep work area, wet room, and calving pens clean
Scrape pens in special needs barn (barn 1)
Sample all fresh cows/heifers and set a delvo/myco with the sample
Make sure all the buckets are clean and sanitized
Make sure all the bottles are clean and sanitized
Push up feed according to the schedule and record on the sheet
Walk pens every hour
Assist with down cows/milk fever cows
Report to Herd Manager anything that is unusual at night
Watch for sick or lame cows
Attend routine meetings and training sessions
General Rules / Requirements (For All Employees)
1. Be punctual & manage your time well.
2. Follow the policies and routines established by management.
3. Handle animals calmly, carefully, and respectfully.
4. Be trustworthy and respectful, and work as a team.
5. Keep everything clean and organized.
Relationships
Supervised by Transition & Calving Manager. Works closely with transition and calving
team and herd manager.
Schedule
The Night Calving Technician will work 12-hour nights (5pm-5am) according to the
schedule put forth by the Herd Manager. Employees must be dressed and ready for
work by their designated start time.
Compensation
The night shift maternity technician will receive a salary based on experience.
