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Central Wyoming College

Livestock Technician

Riverton, WY · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

... * Assist with mowing, pest control, spraying equipment, applying fertilizers, snow removal ... Knowledge of basic livestock care including but not limited to identifying illness/sickness, giving ...

Mass Audubon

Livestock Farmhand

Lincoln, MA · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

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Austin, MN · On-site

$24.85/hr

LIVESTOCK RECEIVER - AUSTIN PLANT This position reports to Todd Anderson, Supervisor of Hog ... Physical strength to assist in gently rolling 200 - 300 lb. non-ambulatory animals. * Ability to ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for livestock assistant 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.

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A Livestock Assistant is responsible for the daily care and management of farm animals such as cattle, sheep, pigs, or poultry. Duties typically include feeding, watering, cleaning enclosures, monitoring animal health, and assisting with breeding or medical treatments. They may also help with record-keeping and transporting livestock. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a passion for animal welfare. Livestock Assistants often work on farms, ranches, or agricultural facilities.

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As a Livestock Assistant, a typical day involves feeding and watering animals, cleaning enclosures, monitoring animal health, and assisting with routine treatments or vaccinations under the supervision of a manager or veterinarian. Workdays can also include maintaining equipment, keeping records, and ensuring enclosures are safe and comfortable for the livestock. The role often requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and being part of a team responsible for animal care. Flexibility is important, as work hours may shift with seasons or the specific needs of the animals. This hands-on role is well-suited for individuals who enjoy working with animals and like variety in their daily routine.

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A Livestock Assistant should possess basic animal husbandry knowledge, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with tools like feeding systems, basic veterinary instruments, and potentially animal management software is often beneficial. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and effective teamwork are valuable soft skills for this position. These abilities ensure the proper care of animals, adherence to health and safety standards, and smooth operation within an agricultural team.

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Livestock Technician

Central Wyoming College

Riverton, WY • On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Salary: $15.00 - $17.00 Hourly
Location : Riverton
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 202300205
Department: Equine/Agriculture
Opening Date: 07/29/2026
Additional Information: This position description is not intended, and should not be construed, to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required.
Description
This is a part-time, (19 hours per week) non-benefited position
Position Summary
The CWC Ag/Equine Livestock Technician position performs a variety of daily skills including:
cleaning stalls, corrals and pens, feeding and medicating livestock, unloading hay, dragging/watering the indoor and outdoor arena, unlocking/locking the facility during weekend events and other various duties related to maintenance and safety of the CWC Ag/Equine Complex.
Examples of Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
RUSLR Ag/Equine Complex
  1. Must be comfortable operating equipment such as skid steer, tractor and water truck. This equipment will be used to clean livestock corrals and unload/move hay, shavings and various equipment at times.
  2. Assisting the Ag/Equine Complex Director of overseeing student stalls/corrals and ensuring students are maintaining cleanliness, neatness and personal tack is stored accordingly.
  3. Assisting the Ag/Equine Complex Director and Operation Technicians in overseeing hay and shaving quantities used by students.
  4. Preparing the indoor and/or outdoor arenas for weekend events. This includes but is not limited to unlocking the facility, opening gates, connecting the sound system, bringing in livestock, dragging/watering the arenas etc.
  5. Will ensure students, spectators and competitors during events are following the Ag/Equine Complex rules and regulations.
  6. Will notify Operation Technicians if fences, sprinkler systems, automatic waterers etc. are not operating correctly.
  7. Assist with mowing, pest control, spraying equipment, applying fertilizers, snow removal including sidewalks, parking lots etc.

Typical Qualifications
Position Specifications and Minimum Qualifications
Education
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience
  • Two (2) years or more experience operating equipment and working hands-on with livestock.
Licenses/Certifications
  • Must possess a valid drivers license
  • Will be required to become an OSHA certified fork-lift operator
Equivalency Statement
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  1. Knowledge of basic livestock care including but not limited to identifying illness/sickness, giving medication appropriately, safely moving them to and from the arena etc.
  2. Skill in operating heavy equipment, including but not limited to skid steer, tractor, water truck, mower, dump truck, forklift etc.
  3. Assist with performing seasonal duties including but not limited to watering system management and winterizing equipment etc.
  4. Capable and comfortable with assisting CWC employees, overseeing weekend events/clinics and implementation of rules and regulations with competitors and spectators to ensure efficiency and safety
Level of Supervision
  • This position operates under the direct supervision of the CWC Ag/Equine Complex Director.
Working Environment
  • Reasonable accommodation will be extended to otherwise qualified individuals with a legally recognized disability.
Equipment Used
  • Operation of various types of equipment including but not limited to skid steer, tractor, water truck, forklift, mower etc.
Physical Requirements
  • Various tasks in this position will result in a fairly physically demanding environment. Physical activities will generally involve walking, standing, lifting (75+ lbs), reliable dexterity as well as mental application to perform and complete emotional stability, instructions, awareness and problem solving.
Environmental Conditions
  • There is a risk of heat stroke and/or frostbite. Temperatures can range from 105 degrees F to below -50 degrees F. Tasks are often completed in very windy or dusty conditions, personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is necessary. Working conditions may include but are not limited to dusty conditions, loud noises, repetitive physical stress, elevated heights etc. Daily hazards apply to this position including but are not limited to, direct contact with livestock, exposure to fumes, blood borne pathogens, livestock medications, diseases etc.

CWC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-855-2112 or email .
This position is not eligible for benefits.

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