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CDL Feed Truck Driver

Lincoln, 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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Operator/ Mechanic

Greenwich, OH · On-site

$50K - $70K/yr

We run a fast-paced 650-cow dairy and 3,000-acre crop operation , and we're looking for a motivated ... farm moving smoothly. * In the Shop: Acting as the "right hand" to our lead mechanic. You'll assist ...

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Sunlight Ranch is a multi-unit commercial cow/calf operation situated in Northern Wyoming and ... We are striving for year-round adaptive grazing of range and farm ground. Ideal candidates have a ...

Assess, monitor, maintain, and assist in sale of repossessed assets and bank-owned real estate ... Inspect and Value equipment (farm, construction & specialty), for "In House" equipment evaluations ...

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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...

Maintain breeding records and inventories of needed supplies for the breeding process. Assist with ... exposed to cow manure, cow urine, uterine discharges, flies, dust, and odors. • Regularly ...

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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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OPS Agricultural Assistant

OPS Agricultural Assistant

University of Florida

Alachua, FL • On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Other

Posted 3 days ago


University Of Florida rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 106 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

308th of 532 rated colleges and universities


Job description

OPS Agricultural Assistant

Apply now Job no: 540089
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Alachua
Categories: Grant or Research Administration, Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture Operations
Department:60092000 - AG-DAIRY RESEARCH UNIT

Classification Title:

OPS

Classification Minimum Requirements:

None

Job Description:

The Department of Animal Sciences Dairy Research Unit is seeking an OPS Agricultural Assistant. This position is involved in all aspects of the research dairy operation, included but not limited to assisting with milking, cleaning, livestock handling and health and reproductive observations of animals at the facility. It is critical that the employee be adept at following written and oral instructions as directed by management, research and facility protocols. This position will cover the night shift milking at the dairy which begins at 5:00 pm and ends at 1:30 AM with a 00:30 h shift interval. The position may at times require flexible hours. The individual must have the capacity to assist all employees in a consistent professional manner.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

MILKING OPERATIONS 
General knowledge of milking facility performance, milking system performance, wash system performance and herd management system performance and cooling system performance will be expected. This position will be involved routinely with milking operations. Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, climb, stoop and bend. Assures compliance regarding transponders assigned to cow, will place, replace as needed and record information into AFI Milk. Knowledge and ability to perform the collection and storing of colostrum per SOP. Knowledge and ability to perform drug residue avoidance testing using designated residue test per SOP. Responsibility for proper recording of milk production daily. Responsibility to ensure all milking, washing and cooling systems are working properly, and that milk is being delivered properly to correct storage locations. It is anticipated that this position will participate in onboarding training of new parlor employees, students, and volunteers. This position will also plan and participate in continuing training courses for all parlor employees.   
 
DAIRY OPERATIONS 
Assures cows have adequate clean drinking water and feed available. Assures clean stalls with adequate bedding. Cleans barns and flush lanes assigned by farm supervisor. Assists with maintaining grounds, equipment and facilities. 
 
REPLACEMENTS 
Assist with care for newborn calves, including occasional feeding of calves, providing clean bedding, clean water, and supportive care. 
 
RECURRING TASK FOR A RESEARCH AND EDUCATIONAL UNIT 
Cooperation with faculty, students and others performing various research related tasks.  Record keeping in compliance with research and dairy needs with attention to detail.  Always keeping facilities clean and presentable for participants and visitors.  Maintaining strict compliance with the written SOP's currently in use or any that may be updated from time to time.  Maintain the Dairy Research Unit's role as learning
Expected Salary:

$17 - $20 per hour; commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications:

None

Preferred:

Demonstrated effective communication and collaborations skills.
Strong work ethic.
Dairy animal care experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position. 

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Advertised: 02 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 10 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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The University of Florida is one of the top ranked public universities in the United States (ranked top 5 amongst public universities in 2023 US news and world report). It is one of only a few comprehensive universities, having medical, veterinary, dental, nursing, public health, and engineering disciplines all co-localized on the same, contiguous campus to facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration. Gainesville is located in the northern region of Florida, within 1-1.5 hours of each coast, and just 1.5-2 hours to Orlando and Tampa. It is a small to medium-sized city with a low cost of living, excellent public and private schools, and southern hospitality. While Gainesville is widely recognized as the home of the Gators, it is quickly becoming known as a center for innovation and a place with a lifestyle that's comfortable for families, yet attractive for young professionals.

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