What are the responsibilities and job description for the Calving Herdsman - Part Time position at Trans Ova Genetics?
Job Description
Position Purpose: General care of pregnant cows.
Hours Available: every weekend, Friday and Saturday night from 8:00pm-6:00 am
Key Responsibilities
Animal Science or related field degree preferred but candidates with pertinent experience will be considered.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Working conditions are primarily an outdoor environment with extreme temperatures, wind, and muddy conditions. Animals, especially if handled improperly, can cause injury. Ability to be on feet walking, or standing for long periods of time. Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
Other Skills/experience
Prior calving and cattle handling experience is preferred.
Prior experience with farm equipment such as, but not limited to, skid loaders, tractors, manure spreaders, and utility vehicles.
About Us
Trans Ova Genetics, a member of the URUS Group, provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd’s genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in-vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed-semen, genetic preservation, and cloning are considered the reproductive “tools” available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations, and on-farm application of reproductive technologies.
Trans Ova's headquarters are in Sioux Center, Iowa, but we have many offices and satellite centers across the country. On-going research and applied science allow Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies to help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement.
TOG 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.
Position Purpose: General care of pregnant cows.
Hours Available: every weekend, Friday and Saturday night from 8:00pm-6:00 am
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor pregnant cows, administer treatments according to protocol or veterinary direction.
- Feed cows.
- Pick up newborn calves shortly after birth and process them according to protocols.
- Provide basic obstetrical assistance to recipient cows when indicated.
- Tag, administer colostrum, and other neonatal treatments to newborn calves.
- Record all required calving, calf data, cow movements, treatments, deaths and other information in a timely and accurate manner.
- Assist with general facility and equipment maintenance.
- Assist with cow movement, in, through, and out of the calving center facilities.
- Maintains a professional image reflective of Trans Ova’s industry position.
- Follows Trans Ova’s policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Animal Science or related field degree preferred but candidates with pertinent experience will be considered.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Working conditions are primarily an outdoor environment with extreme temperatures, wind, and muddy conditions. Animals, especially if handled improperly, can cause injury. Ability to be on feet walking, or standing for long periods of time. Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
Other Skills/experience
Prior calving and cattle handling experience is preferred.
Prior experience with farm equipment such as, but not limited to, skid loaders, tractors, manure spreaders, and utility vehicles.
About Us
Trans Ova Genetics, a member of the URUS Group, provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd’s genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in-vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed-semen, genetic preservation, and cloning are considered the reproductive “tools” available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations, and on-farm application of reproductive technologies.
Trans Ova's headquarters are in Sioux Center, Iowa, but we have many offices and satellite centers across the country. On-going research and applied science allow Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies to help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement.
TOG 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.
