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Land O'Lakes

Purina Sales Rep - Cow Calf

Lincoln, NE · Remote

$61K - $92K/yr

Purina Sales Rep - Cow Calf This position is remote (virtual) and offices from home but must be ... assist them with their nutritional programs. Key Responsibilities: * Make25+ farms and ...

Land O'Lakes

Purina Sales Rep - Cow Calf

Beatrice, NE · Remote

$61K - $92K/yr

Purina Sales Rep - Cow Calf This position is remote (virtual) and offices from home but must be ... and assist them with their nutritional programs. Key Responsibilities: * Make 25+ farms and ...

Land O'Lakes

Purina Sales Rep - Cow Calf

Beatrice, NE · Remote

$61K - $92K/yr

Purina Sales Rep - Cow Calf This position is remote (virtual) and offices from home but must be ... assist them with their nutritional programs. Key Responsibilities: * Make25+ farms and ...

Crowd Cow

Operations Lead - 4 10's

Scranton, PA · On-site

$21/hr

About Crowd Cow Crowd Cow offers the most convenient and direct way for consumers to purchase from ... The candidate must be able to work alongside the manager, assist with picking, packing, and ...

Crowd Cow

Operations Lead - 4 10's

Scranton, PA · On-site

$21/hr

About Crowd Cow Crowd Cow offers the most convenient and direct way for consumers to purchase from ... The candidate must be able to work alongside the manager, assist with picking, packing, and ...

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Crowd Cow

Operations Lead - 4 10's

Scranton, PA · On-site

$21/hr

About Crowd Cow Crowd Cow offers the most convenient and direct way for consumers to purchase from ... The candidate must be able to work alongside the manager, assist with picking, packing, and ...

Ballerina Farm

Assistant Herdsman

Kamas, UT · On-site

Assistant Herdsman Ballerina Farm Kamas, UT / Full-time About Ballerina Farm Ballerina Farm is a ... Identify and escalate cow and calf health concerns in a timely manner * Serve as a shift lead when ...

Ballerina Farm

Assistant Herdsman

Kamas, UT · On-site

Salary: $47,000-$52,000 Assistant Herdsman Ballerina Farm Kamas, UT / Full-time About Ballerina ... Identify and escalate cow and calf health concerns in a timely manner * Serve as a shift lead when ...

Ballerina Farm

Assistant Herdsman

Kamas, UT · On-site

$47K - $52K/yr

Assistant Herdsman Ballerina Farm Kamas, UT / Full-time About Ballerina Farm Ballerina Farm is a ... Identify and escalate cow and calf health concerns in a timely manner * Serve as a shift lead when ...

Amerivet

Veterinary Assistant

Grass Lake, MI

$17 - $19/hr

... a cow's side-eye. Our team thrives on variety, teamwork, and a shared love for animals of all ... Assisting vets with exams, treatments, and surgeries (clinic and farm calls!) * Handling everything ...

AmeriVet

Veterinary Assistant

Grass Lake, MI · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

... a cow's side-eye. Our team thrives on variety, teamwork, and a shared love for animals of all ... Assisting vets with exams, treatments, and surgeries (clinic and farm calls!) * Handling everything ...

Farm Systems

Feed Truck Driver

Meriden, WY

Maintains and ensures the orderliness and housekeeping of all areas of the feed mill. * Assist in ... Through bulls, females, semen, and embryos, Leachman supplies beef seedstock, commercial beef cow ...

Frontier Cooperative

Feed Truck Driver

Columbus, NE · On-site

$1K - $1K/wk

... Beef Producers, Cow-Calf Producers, Nebraska Pork Producers, Rural Farms, Acreage Owners ... This position cross-trains to assist in the Feed Mill Operations department. * Feed Truck drivers ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant cow farm in the United States is $17.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Cow Farm vs Assistant Dairy Technician?

AspectAssistant Cow FarmAssistant Dairy Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; farm experience helpfulHigh school diploma; dairy or agricultural training preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor farm setting, tending to cattleIndoor dairy processing or farm facilities, handling dairy equipment
Job FocusAnimal care, feeding, and herd managementDairy product processing, equipment maintenance

Assistant Cow Farm roles primarily involve caring for cattle and managing herd health in outdoor farm settings. In contrast, Assistant Dairy Technicians focus on dairy processing and equipment within indoor facilities. Both roles require agricultural knowledge but differ in daily tasks and work environments.

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Livestock and Farm Operations Technician (Sidney, NE)

Livestock and Farm Operations Technician (Sidney, NE)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, NE • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Position Information
Position Information
Working Title
Livestock and Farm Operations Technician (Sidney, NE)
Department
Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center-0942
Requisition Number
S_260208
Posting Open Date
03/25/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
04/22/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Description of Work
The High Plains Ag Lab (HPAL) in Sidney, NE is a satellite unit of the Panhandle Research and Extension Center in Scottsbluff. Our mission is to improve the profitability of dryland crop and livestock production through applied research responsive to the needs of local producers. HPAL covers 2,400 acres, one-third in dryland crop rotations and two-thirds in pasture.
As the Livestock and Farm Operations Technician, you will:
  • Provide dual research support for both Cow-Calf/Range Management Specialist and High Plains Ag Lab (HPAL) Farm Manager.
  • Work with and care for cattle used primarily in cow-calf/range programs including feeding, administer medications, assisting with sample collection from animals and range/grassland areas, and collecting and managing data.
  • Maintain fences, watering systems, and feeding equipment and assisting graduate students with research.
  • Perform or assist HPAL staff with all aspects of dryland farming from planting to harvest, performing equipment maintenance, and maintaining detailed records.
  • Irregular hours and working in inclement weather may be required seasonally.

Position is located in Sidney, Nebraska. Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driving criteria required. Must obtain commercial driver's license within six months of employment. In the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician II.
About Us
At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace; it's a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy:
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
  • Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
  • Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
  • Retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalency plus 4 years of experience with care and management of cattle and/or crop production; OR
  • Associate degree in related field plus 2 years of experience with care and management of cattle and/or crop production; OR
  • Bachelor's degree in related field.
  • Experience with operation and maintenance/routine service of cropping (i.e. tilling, planting, spraying, and harvesting) and cattle equipment, tractors, pickups and 4-wheelers.
  • Basic computer experience for email, data entry, and record keeping.
  • Ability to haul cattle and equipment; work safely and comfortably with and around livestock; maintain, repair, and build fencing and animal watering systems;
  • Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driving criteria required.
  • CDL or ability to obtain commercial driver's license within six months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Yes
Physical Required
Yes
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
Yes
Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes
Posted Salary
$20.00/hr minimum
How to Apply
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For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Danna Walker, danna.walker@unl.edu
Job Category (old)
Office/Service
Job Type
Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
weekends and evenings may be required seasonally
Work Location (City, State)
Sidney, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
Yes
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