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PEAK – Livestock Specialist – Bull Handler Jobs in Shawano, WI at PEAK
Title: PEAK – Livestock Specialist – Bull Handler
Company: PEAK
Location: Shawano, WI
Job Description
PEAK Genetics has an opportunity available to join our barn staff as a Livestock Specialist – Bull Handler in Shawano, WI! In this role, you will be a member of a highly skilled team supporting the daily care, health, and collection of our elite bulls. This team is also responsible for the maintenance of the facilities and equipment. As a Livestock Specialist for PEAK Genetics, you will be surrounded by people who are passionate about the agriculture industry, bovine genetics, and client satisfaction. Full time team members can expect to receive exceptional benefits such as health insurance, 401K, paid time off, wellness programs, and so much more!
HOURS AVAILABLE
Monday-Friday, 4:30am – 1:30pm, rotational weekends and holidays
Monday-Thursday, 10:30am – 9:00pm, rotational weekends and holidays
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
Willingness to learn and follow company protocols
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
Ability to move safely through a tight space of 13-15′ to exit livestock pens in case of emergency
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
About Us
PEAK is the source of superior genetics to the URUS brands and the world. PEAK develops and produces elite bovine genetics and industry-leading reproductive products through genetic programs, production, and research and development. PEAK people are in multiple countries and locations and have an extensive level of expertise, including genetics, operations, research, and data management.
PEAK has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. URUS is a holding company with cooperative and private ownership and is positioned at the heart of the dairy and beef industry. Its family of companies include AgSource, Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS , with each having its own unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS Group has 26 operating companies in 15 countries and employs approximately 2,400 people.
