Job Description
Classification Title:
OPS
Classification Minimum Requirements:
None
Job Description:
The Department of Animal Sciences Dairy Research Unit is seeking an OPS Agricultural Assistant. This position is involved in all aspects of the research dairy operation, included but not limited to assisting with milking, cleaning, livestock handling and health and reproductive observations of animals at the facility. It is critical that the employee be adept at following written and oral instructions as directed by management, research and facility protocols. This position will cover the night shift milking at the dairy which begins at 5:00 pm and ends at 1:30 AM with a 00:30 h shift interval. The position may at times require flexible hours. The individual must have the capacity to assist all employees in a consistent professional manner.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
MILKING OPERATIONS
General knowledge of milking facility performance, milking system performance, wash system performance and herd management system performance and cooling system performance will be expected. This position will be involved routinely with milking operations. Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, climb, stoop and bend. Assures compliance regarding transponders assigned to cow, will place, replace as needed and record information into AFI Milk. Knowledge and ability to perform the collection and storing of colostrum per SOP. Knowledge and ability to perform drug residue avoidance testing using designated residue test per SOP. Responsibility for proper recording of milk production daily. Responsibility to ensure all milking, washing and cooling systems are working properly, and that milk is being delivered properly to correct storage locations. It is anticipated that this position will participate in onboarding training of new parlor employees, students, and volunteers. This position will also plan and participate in continuing training courses for all parlor employees.
DAIRY OPERATIONS
Assures cows have adequate clean drinking water and feed available. Assures clean stalls with adequate bedding. Cleans barns and flush lanes assigned by farm supervisor. Assists with maintaining grounds, equipment and facilities.
REPLACEMENTS
Assist with care for newborn calves, including occasional feeding of calves, providing clean bedding, clean water, and supportive care.
RECURRING TASK FOR A RESEARCH AND EDUCATIONAL UNIT
Cooperation with faculty, students and others performing various research related tasks. Record keeping in compliance with research and dairy needs with attention to detail. Always keeping facilities clean and presentable for participants and visitors. Maintaining strict compliance with the written SOP’s currently in use or any that may be updated from time to time. Maintain the Dairy Research Unit’s role as learning
Expected Salary:
$17 - $20 per hour; commensurate with experience
Required Qualifications:
None
Preferred:
Demonstrated effective communication and collaborations skills.
Strong work ethic.
Dairy animal care experience.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is a time-limited position.
Health Assessment Required:
Yes
