Dairy Field Technician (Part-Time)

Farmers all around the world need tools to help provide the very best care to their land and animals. From seed to cheese, we help support those farmers through our herd and feed management solutions, milk recording and analysis, agricultural testing, consulting and more.

For the past 60 years we at AgSource have woken up each day to support those that never stop feeding the world – and we have no plans to quit. We set the standard for farm management solutions and fix our eyes on raising the bar to meet the next generation of expectations.

AgSource is seeking qualified candidates to fill a position of Part Time Dairy Field Technician in Colorado. The successful candidate will provide prompt and accurate field service and work continually to promote the AgSource programs, its options, and all other services offered by AgSource which will contribute to the strength of the Cooperative.

Location: This candidate will cover parts in and around Greeley, Colorado.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide data and milk sample collection services on dairy farms in a safe, timely and professional manner


• Accurately record test day information electronically on tablets, laptops or other means


• Transport and set-up milk sample meters at the dairy farm on test day, prior to the start of testing.


• Accurately identify and stow sample bottles in racks, preserving the identity of each sample bottle.


• Clean equipment as appropriate at the conclusion of testing


• Transfer records via the company’s proprietary software.


• Carry out effective business management practices in accordance with AgSource policy and guidelines


• Promote and adhere to safety in the workplace

Want to learn more?  Check out this link below to see the day in the life as a Dairy Field Technician!

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REQUIREMENTS

• High school Diploma or GED


• Self-motivated and dependable with desire to develop personally and professionally


• Must possess good communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills


• Ability to work shifts that vary in time of day, and length, and could be longer than eight hours


• Must have reliable transportation and automobile insurance.  Mileage to/from the jobsite is reimbursed.


• Candidate must have ability to lift more than 50 lbs. on occasion, 20 lbs. regularly


• Candidate should have the ability to be on feet for long periods of time, which may include walking, standing, climbing stairs and/or ladders


• Willingness to grow and develop both personally and professionally