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Large Animal Assistant
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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$31,885 / year median in Missouri
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Requirements for the job:
Cattle experience is required. Must be able to efficiently move cattle in a calm and quiet manner. Must be available to work 4 weekdays and rotating Saturday hours (7:30am-noon) Must be physically capable of quickly running/jumping/climbing/and otherwise getting yourself out of the path of angry cows. Must be physically capable of lifting 50 pounds. The successful candidate will join a team of large animal assistants and veterinarians. The ability to communicate clearly, work independently on a task, and work as part of a team is essential.Benefits:
Paid time off Paid holidays Health/Dental/Vision insurance 401k with 3% match after 1 year of employmentJob Type:
Full-time Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance