PEAK Livestock Specialist

Job Description

PEAK has a opening for a Livestock Specialist in Billings, MT., to care for and handle sires in a manner to achieve maximum production levels.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Handle sires of varying ages and sizes in a calm, confident manner for optimum production
• Work in a system using established protocols
• Perform regular livestock care including feeding, cleaning, moving cattle, assisting with health testing and veterinary treatments, and other routine tasks
• Operate company farm equipment and vehicles
• Clean and maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment
  
  
  

Required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Comfortable working with large animals
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Ability to perform occasional planned weekend duties
• Capability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Capacity to work on feet and stand for long periods of time
• Willingness to learn and follow company protocols
  
  
  

Desired

• Previous livestock handling experience
• Experience detecting health and disease symptoms in cattle
• Ability to perform basic equipment and building maintenance repairs
• Post-secondary education in agriculture or related field
  
  
  

Ideal

• Basic computer skills working with Microsoft Office
  
  
  

CHARACTERISTICS OF A SUCCESSFUL LIVESTOCK SPECIALIST

• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, team environment
• Effective communicator with attention to detail
• Keen sense of attention to safe working practices and strong awareness of surroundings
• Willingness to grow and develop both personally and professionally
  
  
  

About Us

PEAK is the source of superior genetics to the URUS brands and the world. PEAK develops and produces elite bovine genetics and industry-leading reproductive products through genetic programs, production, and research and development. PEAK people are in multiple countries and locations and have an extensive level of expertise, including genetics, operations, research, and data management.

PEAK has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. URUS is a holding company with cooperative and private ownership and is positioned at the heart of the dairy and beef industry. Its family of companies include AgSource, Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS , with each having its own unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS Group has 26 operating companies in 15 countries and employs approximately 2,400 people.