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Livestock Hauler/Driver
Ohlde Family Farms
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Linn, KS
Competitive
full time
Posted 2 weeks ago
About this job
About the Role To safely drive and transport livestock, trailers and flat beds. This is a full-time position. Work may vary from 40-60 hours/week depending on season, weather and workload. • Safely hauling livestock to other worksite locations in a timely manner • Hauling hay and other items depending upon need and season. • Operate all equipment in compliance with company’s operating safety policies and procedures. • Equipment includes: Truck/trailer, flatbeds, silage trucks and tractors • Able to perform simple maintenance and repairs • Able to read and monitor gauges, dials and other indicators • Report mechanical issues • Ensure company equipment, materials, and the work site are maintained, kept clean, and stored in safe manner. • Able to follow direction, yet work independently • Other duties as assigned Requirements • Be punctual and manage time well • Observe general safety of people, animals, and equipment • Excellent time and project management skills • Good communication skills • Ability to problem solve • Willing to learn • Be a team player • Keep area clean • Be trustworthy and respectful • Follow established policies and routines Compensation • Starting pay is $16+/hour • Housing is provided, if available • Uniforms provided upon completion of 3 months • Company contribution to medical insurance; employee paid vision and dental plans • Eligible for 401K participation upon completion of 6 months • Eligible for group life insurance upon completion of 12 months • Eligible for vacation upon completion of 12 months About Us Ohlde Dairy | Ohlde Family Farms 24/7 Dairy Operation • Herd number is about 1525 with 350 dry and close up cows • We milk 176 cows per hour • We produce 120,000 pounds or 15,000 gallons of milk per day • We have an average of 10 calves born per day Nutrition • 5 different rations made up of a combination of corn or corn silage and different varieties of hay, plant-based proteins and vitamins and minerals • Each ration is specific to cow’s requirements for the amount of milk she is producing • Cows are fed once per day which will last them 24 hours Cow Comfort • Cows live in free stall barns that are climate controlled to ensure maximum comfort • Cows lay on sand to keep them clean and help keep them cool or warm depending on time of year • Cows are free to roam about, eat, drink, sleep and chat with their other cow friends
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🐓 Livestock Care🏡 Small-scale