Animal Science Technician
Core
Performs technical animal husbandry duties, operates farm equipment, and manages dairy cattle health and feeding for research and production.
Role type
Animal Science Technician (Dairy)
Builds
Research data sets and high-quality milk production
Domain
Agriculture / Dairy Farming / Animal Science
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Animal husbandry, reproductive practices, farm equipment operation, data recording, medication administration, calving assistance, physical labor, bilingual communication
Preferred skills
DEC III in Farm Management Technology or Animal Health Technology
Technologies
DSA Laitier, DelPro
Responsibilities
Administer treatments and medications to dairy animals; observe herd for health signs and record events; operate milking equipment and manure pumps; clean pens and barns; distribute feed and prepare milk replacer; assist with calving and liaise with veterinarians; train new personnel and students.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC