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Cattle Health Tech

American Falls, ID · On-site

$39K - $53K/yr

On horseback, ride through pens, inspect cattle, and make decisions about pulling animals to be hospitalized * Move cattle for shipment or treatment * Gather and move strays back to appropriate pens

Cattle Health Tech

American Falls, ID

$14 - $18.75/hr

On horseback, ride through pens, inspect cattle, and make decisions about pulling animals to be hospitalized * Move cattle for shipment or treatment * Gather and move strays back to appropriate pens

Ensure monthly housekeeping inspections. * Oversee preparation of non-conformance logs and reports on cattle received. * Ensure compliance with all ISO/HACCP and OSHA/Safety procedures, rules and ...

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What is the difference between Cattle Inspector vs Livestock Inspector?

AspectCattle InspectorLivestock Inspector
CertificationsTypically requires USDA or state-specific certificationsOften requires similar USDA certifications and state licenses
Work EnvironmentInspecting cattle on farms, slaughterhouses, and processing plantsInspecting various livestock including cattle, sheep, and pigs in farms and processing facilities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed mainly in beef production and cattle farmsUsed across multiple livestock industries including cattle, sheep, and pigs

While both roles involve inspecting livestock, Cattle Inspectors focus specifically on cattle, whereas Livestock Inspectors cover a broader range of animals. The certifications, work environments, and industry usage overlap significantly, but the scope of inspection differs based on the type of livestock involved.

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Cattle Health Tech

Snake River Cattle Feeders, LLC

American Falls, ID

$14 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • On horseback, ride through pens, inspect cattle, and make decisions about pulling animals to be hospitalized
  • Move cattle for shipment or treatment
  • Gather and move strays back to appropriate pens
  • Diagnose, treat, and record cattle health instances according to established protocols from consulting veterinarian
  • Conduct pen and equipment inspections
  • Notify appropriate personnel regarding dead cattle and repairs/maintenance needed
  • Administer injections and other treatments as directed by Animal Health Manager
  • Review daily agenda for cattle movements
  • If shipping, perform head counts, retrieve cattle, and move them to scales and shipping pens
  • Adhere to Agri Beef’s Animal Handling and Welfare Policy, as well as OSHA, BQA, and other safety policies
  • Maintain a positive attendance record by demonstrating consistent and punctual attendance on a regular basis
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Strong horse-riding ability/experience required
  • Keen ability to identify distressed and sick cattle
  • Knowledgeable in herding cattle
  • Good time management skills
  • Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather and conditions

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

  • Minimum of six (6) months related experience and/or training
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)