What are the responsibilities and job description for the NGF Utility Technician position at christensenfarms?
Position Overview:
The NGF Utility Technician is responsible for assisting in daily oversight of swine production at assigned site(s) on an on-call/as needed basis. This includes supporting animal care, environmental control, biosecurity, and production protocols. This is an hourly, non-exempt (clock-in/clock-out) position that may work up to 20–30 hours while on call. The role ensures site-level tasks are completed accurately and consistently and is eligible for earned leave only.
From Our Manager:
"On-Call NGF Utility Technicians are vital in maintaining operational consistency and ensuring our farms run smoothly day-to-day. This role is a great opportunity for those with swine production experience who want flexible hours while making a real impact."
– Hiring Manager
What You Will Do:
- Assist with daily animal care, feeding, watering, and environment monitoring.
- Support site-level sanitation, repairs.
- Maintain accurate records and assist with reporting as directed.
- Uphold CF's biosecurity, safety, and animal welfare standards.
- Respond to alarm notifications
What You Offer Us:
- High School diploma or GED required; some college in Agriculture or Animal Science preferred.
- 1 year of swine production or livestock experience desired.
- Ability to work independently and follow structured processes.
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
- Willingness to adapt and learn company policies and practices.
What We Offer You:
- Eligibility to accrue Earned Leave.
- Flexible part-time/as needed schedule, while still contributing to a leading pork production system.
- Be an active part of an organization that gives back to the community in many ways – including feed programs that support local farms, food shelf programs, food support for veterans, agriculture education and promotion, FFA/4H support, charitable contributions, etc.
- A company that has a passionate purpose for food safety, animal welfare, and for living its core values every day – respect, integrity, excellence, adaptability, and innovation.
- A culture that fosters employee growth, hybrid work options, promotion from within, and a highly team-oriented workplace environment.
Reports To:
Service Manager
Christensen Farms promotes a culture of inclusion and strives to attract a diverse set of candidates for each of our open positions. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and proud to offer employment and growth opportunities to all candidates without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.