Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, And Aquacultural Animals
Employer
4689 280th St
Graettinger, IA 51342
United States
Job description
Job duties are related to caring for hogs at two 4,000-hog sites and one 3,000-hog site. Tasks include helping to fill barns with new hogs, feeding pigs, checking and adjusting water, keeping daily records, and assisting with the sale of hogs when they reach market weight. Workers will also identify sick hogs, administer vaccinations and other treatments, check ventilation in the buildings, and use a power-washer to clean and disinfect hog buildings. If necessary, workers will remove dead hogs to the dead box with a truck. Workers may also be required to perform basic repairs and maintenance on the facilities and equipment as needed (e.g., welding damaged gates).Crops: Pig
Special Requirements
Minimum of 3 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds. Extensive pushing and pulling is required. Wage rate may increase with verifiable experience. Employer may reward exceptional work with monetary or other benefits in addition to those listed here in his sole discretion.