Maternity Technician

Position Summary

We have an immediate opening for a dynamic, detail oriented individual to join our team as an Maternity Technician. Reporting to our local Technician Team Leader and working as a key member of our Alta Genetics USA Tech Services Inc. company, this role is responsible to provide maternity support and labor service to assigned customers.

Location: working in and around Amarillo, TX

Primary Responsibilities

* Accurately follow on-farm procedures as designated by each individual technician
* Provide for the safe, efficient and successful processing of Maternity animals of customer herds
* Cooperate with farm management and other farm advisors (Vet, Nutritionist, etc.) to integrate Alta Genetics service offering into a total farm management plan
* Help locate, train and develop competent relief help
* Provide accurate and timely reports when specifically requested
* Provide timely response to requests for information
* Cooperate with farm management and other farm advisors (Vet, Nutritionist, etc.) to integrate Alta Genetics service.
* Develop improved practices in animal feeding, housing, sanitation, or parasite and disease control.
* Ensure protocols are followed for nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of cattle to improve herd health.

Qualifications

* Demonstrated experience working with and handling cattle
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Must possess communication and people skills
* Willingness to learn and develop both personally and professionally
* Computer skills are required; and ability to work with herd management software is a plus

Alta Genetics is a global leader in the production, marketing, and distribution of beef and dairy cattle genetics worldwide, with retail operations in 14 markets and partners in more than 55 wholesale markets. We provide dairy and beef consulting services and solutions in cow activity and health monitoring, calf nutrition, reproduction, and herd management programs. Through industry-leading training and development programs, Alta Genetics aspires to be the most resourceful, valuable, and trusted partner for progressive dairy farms and beef ranches that nourish the world through sustainable and profitable operations.

Alta 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.