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Milkers

Murtaugh, ID · On-site

$13.50 - $15/hr

A Dairy Milker is responsible for milking cows, maintaining a clean and sanitary milking environment, monitoring animal health, and ensuring high standards of milk quality. This role requires ...

Diversity of Livestock * 3 Milking Cows * 12-15 Head Grass-Fed Beef (mixed ages) * Around 400 Pastured Laying Hens * Around 400 Pastured Meat Chickens Roles and Responsibilities * Helping with all ...

Diversity of Livestock * 3 Milking Cows * 12-15 Head Grass-Fed Beef (mixed ages) * Around 400 Pastured Laying Hens * Around 400 Pastured Meat Chickens Roles and Responsibilities * Helping with all ...

Diversity of Livestock * 3 Milking Cows * 12-15 Head Grass-Fed Beef (mixed ages) * Around 400 Pastured Laying Hens * Around 400 Pastured Meat Chickens Roles and Responsibilities * Helping with all ...

Animal Care Technician II - Milker

Arlington, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

This industry leading facility was built in 2008, and is home to 500 milking cows, roughly 100 dry cows, and 100 neo-natal calves. This sand bedded freestall dairy facility, in the heart of the ...

Land Intern

Hardwick, VT · On-site

$20/hr

Some of the Farm activities include: livestock husbandry, building paddocks/fencing, milking cows, upkeep/maintenance of the barns, and making/using the Biodynamic preparations. Some of the Garden ...

Land Intern

Hardwick, VT · On-site

$20/hr

Some of the Farm activities include: livestock husbandry, building paddocks/fencing, milking cows, upkeep/maintenance of the barns, and making/using the Biodynamic preparations. Some of the Garden ...

Some of the Farm activities include: livestock husbandry, building paddocks/fencing, milking cows, upkeep/maintenance of the barns, and making/using the Biodynamic preparations. Some of the Garden ...

$13.75 - $15.50/hr

The selected candidates will assist in a variety of farm duties that may include milking (prepping and milking cows in a double 10 parlor), feeding, watering, cleaning stalls and barns, moving ...

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How much do milking cows jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for milking cows in the United States is $18.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is milking cows?

A milking cows job involves extracting milk from dairy cows, typically using automated milking machines or by hand. Workers ensure cows are properly prepared for milking, maintain clean equipment, and monitor herd health. Responsibilities may also include feeding, cleaning stalls, and assisting with general farm duties. This role is essential in dairy farming to ensure efficient milk production and animal well-being.

What does a typical shift look like for someone who milks cows on a dairy farm?

A typical shift for someone milking cows involves preparing the parlor or milking area, herding cows, operating milking equipment, and closely monitoring animal health and milk quality. You may work early mornings, late evenings, or both, depending on the farm's schedule, as cows are usually milked two to three times per day. Cleaning and maintaining milking machines and workspaces are also a key part of the role. Teamwork is important, as you’ll often coordinate with other farm staff and report issues to supervisors to ensure smooth operations and animal well-being.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in milking cows, and why are they important?

To thrive in milking cows, you need practical knowledge of dairy farm operations, basic animal husbandry, and physical fitness. Familiarity with milking machines, sanitation procedures, and, in some cases, certifications in animal care or food safety are important. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong observational skills help you notice health or equipment issues early. These skills ensure animal well-being, product quality, and efficient dairy farm operations.

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Infographic showing various Milking Cows job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,795 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Non-exempt Temporary or Casual

Morris, MN

University of Minnesota
Education • 10K+ employees

$22.17/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Perform milking of cows twice daily according to milking protocol.

  • Keep records of treatment, milk weight, and milk production.

  • Assist with tasks such as sorting livestock, calving, and grooming of livestock.


Job description

About the Job
 

This is a temporary/casual position that performs a variety of manual labor tasks from detailed instructions that are tailored to milking cows, treating cows for mastitis, moving cows to and from the milking center, and cleaning and sanitation of the milking equipment, milking center, and cow stalls and walkways.
Job duties (include percentages)
90% This position involves;

  • Milking cows any day of the week (including weekends), morning or evening, on a flexible schedule, number of shifts will vary. 
  • Cows are milked twice daily at 5am and 4 pm according to milking protocol.

10% Secondary tasks include;

  • Keeping simple treatment, milk weight, and milk production records.
  • Other tasks may involve assisting in sorting of livestock, calving, and grooming of livestock.
  • These examples do not include all possible tasks in this position and do not limit the assignments of related tasks.
Qualifications
 

Required Qualifications

  • High school graduate.
  • Six (6) months general labor in tending to animals and duties related to animal care and/or milking
  • Flexibility in scheduling
  • Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in milking cows
  • Training as a milker
  • Flexibility in scheduling
  • Evidence of capacity to accept training
  • Skills to read and write English
  • Follow detailed instructions
  • Make minor mechanical repairs and adjustments to milking- related equipment
  • Ability to milk cows safely, and motivation to work patiently with farm animals
About the Department
 

The University of Minnesota's West Central Research and Outreach Center (WCROC) is located in Morris, MN. The WCROC is part of the University of MN College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resources Sciences providing a tradition of excellence in applied agricultural research and education for farmers and rural communities in crop production, animal sciences, horticulture, water quality, organic and conventional dairy, swine production, and renewable energy.

Pay and Benefits
 

Pay Range: $22.17 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.


Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.  Learn more about retirement plans.

How To Apply
 

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity
 

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements
 

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota
 

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of Americas Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).