Job Summary

Agriculture Technician II is an experienced, skilled generalist role on the Agricultural Operations Team, supporting the full scope of ranching and farming operations on a private family ranch. Working under general supervision from the Agricultural Operations Manager, this role independently executes a broad range of livestock, animal health, and farming assignments, and may guide or mentor less experienced team members in daily activities. Discretion, sound judgment, and confidentiality are essential.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Livestock operations, animal health support, and laboratory work (45%)
• Farming, feed production, pasture and forage management (40%)
• Day-to-day Ag Operations activities and applied feeding program (10%)
• Administrative tasks, ordering, and inventory management (5%)

Responsibilities & Duties

• Independently perform livestock handling, movement, and routine animal health procedures, working within veterinary protocols established by the Manager and consulting veterinarian
• Conduct sample collection and in-house laboratory work supporting animal health and herd improvement programs
• Administer reproductive management protocols as directed, including scheduled treatments and heat/behavior monitoring, in coordination with the Manager
• Maintain detailed, accurate records of animal health, treatments, and observations
• Monitor pastures and herds using available tools and technology; assist with calving and field issues as they arise
• Lead and participate in feedstuff production (grain, hay, silage, baleage) to meet herd demand, including grain milling and quality control
• Operate farm equipment, tractors, and specialized machinery; coordinate maintenance and repairs with Fleet Ops
• Support pasture improvement work — seeding, cover cropping, soil amendments, weed and pest mitigation — under the Manager's direction
• Support farm-to-table crop production from planting through harvest and processing
• Support secondary livestock operations (dairy, pigs, goats, sheep, poultry) and small-animal care as needed
• Contribute to planning and scale-up of ranching and farming initiatives, including new livestock programs
• Maintain equipment, facilities, and supply inventories to established standards
• Participate in ongoing training and share knowledge with junior team members as needed
• Perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of experience in agricultural operations, ranching, farming, or related veterinary technician work
• Strong working knowledge of animal husbandry, livestock health indicators, and farming operations
• Proficiency with farm machinery, hand and power tools, lab equipment, and agrochemical application
• Strong record keeping and organizational skills across multiple animals, pastures, and schedules
• Ability to exercise independent judgment on non-routine issues within established guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and share knowledge with less experienced team members
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands & Work Conditions

• Patience and observation: Ability to spend long hours monitoring herds and crops.
• Physical stamina: Able to work with large animals in various weather conditions. 
• Bending, stooping, reaching, kneeling, squatting
• Working in cramped spaces and on stepstools/ladders
• Pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50 pounds
• Working outdoors with or without wet, dusty or windy weather conditions
• Working with and around combustible and/or hazardous materials, using proper PPE
• Able to drive a side by side “Utility” vehicle (UTV)
• Able to drive a full-size work truck with trailer
• Able to operate farm tractors, implements, machinery and heavy equipment

Competencies

• Trustworthiness & Discretion
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Flexibility
• Critical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Proactivity