Maternity Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary

We have an immediate opening for a dynamic, detail oriented individual to join our team as an Maternity Technician. Reporting to our local Technician Team Leader and working as a key member of our Alta Genetics USA Tech Services Inc. company, this role is responsible to provide maternity support and labor service to assigned customers.

Location: working in and around Amarillo, TX

Primary Responsibilities

Accurately follow on-farm procedures as designated by each individual technician
Provide for the safe, efficient and successful processing of Maternity animals of customer herds
Cooperate with farm management and other farm advisors (Vet, Nutritionist, etc.) to integrate Alta Genetics service offering into a total farm management plan
Help locate, train and develop competent relief help
Provide accurate and timely reports when specifically requested
Provide timely response to requests for information
Cooperate with farm management and other farm advisors (Vet, Nutritionist, etc.) to integrate Alta Genetics service.
Develop improved practices in animal feeding, housing, sanitation, or parasite and disease control.
Ensure protocols are followed for nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of cattle to improve herd health.
Qualifications

Demonstrated experience working with and handling cattle
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must possess communication and people skills
Willingness to learn and develop both personally and professionally
Computer skills are required; and ability to work with herd management software is a plus Read more