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ALLCARE HOMECARE LLC

Caregiver M-F 8am-4pm

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable caregiver to provide one-on-one care for a client ... Care for household pets, including a guinea pig and supervising a blind dog while outdoors. * Hand ...

Sevita

Direct Support Caregiver

Fayetteville, OH · On-site

$17/hr

This position involves working in a Residential group home that has a dog, cat, and guinea pig THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU'LL • Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow ...

Sevita Health

Direct Support Caregiver

Fayetteville, OH · On-site

$17/hr

This position involves working in a Residential group home that has a dog, cat, and guinea pig THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU'LL • Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow ...

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How much do pig caretaker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for pig caretaker in the United States is $20.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pig caretaker?

Pig caretakers are agricultural workers responsible for the daily care, feeding, and monitoring of pigs on farms or agricultural facilities. Their duties include ensuring pigs have access to clean water and food, maintaining clean living conditions, monitoring pig health, and assisting with breeding or farrowing as needed. Pig caretakers also help with record keeping, administering medications, and reporting any signs of illness or injury to supervisors or veterinarians. This role is essential for the well-being and productivity of the pigs, as well as the overall success of the farm.

What are some common challenges that pig caretakers face in their daily work, and how can they effectively manage them?

Pig Caretakers often encounter challenges such as maintaining herd health, managing biosecurity protocols, and ensuring the pigs’ living conditions meet welfare standards. Daily tasks can include monitoring pigs for signs of illness, administering medications, and keeping accurate records. Effective caretakers proactively address these challenges by staying organized, following strict hygiene practices, and communicating closely with veterinarians and farm managers. Adapting to seasonal changes and being attentive to animal behavior are also key to ensuring the well-being of the herd.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pig caretaker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pig Caretaker, you need practical knowledge of animal husbandry, basic veterinary care, and experience in farm operations, often acquired through on-the-job training or agricultural courses. Familiarity with farm machinery, feeding systems, and record-keeping software is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and patience are crucial soft skills for monitoring animal health and maintaining clean, safe environments. These skills ensure the well-being of pigs, efficient farm operations, and compliance with animal welfare standards.

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Infographic showing various Pig Caretaker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,309 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Animal Caretaker Summer Worker

Rolla, KS

Seaboard Foods
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting summer opportunity at our pig farms. Animal caretakers are responsible for attending to and caring for pigs in our swine production facilities. On-the-job training is provided; related experience is not necessary.

 

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the “Best Places to Work” by Kansas City’s Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.  

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

  • Monitoring feed quality and water supply
  • Monitoring barn environment and ventilation systems
  • Treating and vaccinating sick animals as necessary
  • Breeding sows (if placed on sow farm)
  • Processing piglets (if placed on sow farm)
  • Loading and unloading pigs as scheduled
  • Maintaining farm cleanliness

 

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

  • No education or experience required.
  • Basic math skills
  • Flexible and able to work on assigned weekends (Saturday/Sunday)
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish helpful, but not required
  • Must be able to work in a farm environment

SCHEDULE

  • Summer availability
  • Opportunity to keep working after summer is over.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

 

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility. 
  • The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. 
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • The noise level in the work environment is dependent on which environment you are in
  • The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested. 

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site:

https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

 

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.

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