Assistant Herdsman
Full TimeJob Description
Assistant Herdsman
Ballerina Farm
Kamas, UT / Full-time
About Ballerina Farm
Ballerina Farm is a family-run business rooted in the simple beauty of life close to the earth. Located in the mountains of Utah, we take pride in raising animals and producing food with integrity, care, and respect for the land. What began as a passion for sharing wholesome, handcrafted food has grown into a thriving brand with a strong online presence and store locations where customers can experience our products firsthand. At Ballerina Farm, we believe in honest work, quality ingredients, and connecting people to where their food comes from and our goal is to bring the richness of farm life and thoughtfully produced food to tables across the country.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Assistant Herdsman to support daily operations of our dairy. This role works closely with the lead Dairy Herdsman and plays a key part in maintaining herd health, supporting calf care, and ensuring the overall functionality of the dairy.
This is a hands-on role that requires a strong work ethic, flexibility, and a commitment to animal care. While prior cattle experience is helpful, it is not required – we are willing to train the right individual with the right mindset.
What You’ll Do
Assist with daily herd management and support the lead Dairy Herdsman in overall dairy operations
Monitor and help treat cattle for health-related issues, including illness and injury
Support calf care, including feeding, monitoring, and early-stage health needs
Identify and escalate cow and calf health concerns in a timely manner
Serve as a shift lead when needed, helping guide daily workflow and priorities
Oversee cleaning and sanitation of dairy facilities
Assist with maintenance and basic troubleshooting of equipment, including robotic milking systems
Ensure the dairy is always attended; coordinate closely with supervisor to maintain coverage at all times
Schedule & Work Environment
This is a 6-day per week position with rotating shifts:
Morning to afternoon
Afternoon to evening
Schedule will rotate with the supervisor to ensure consistent coverage
One team member must always be available/on-call – this role requires flexibility and strong communication to coordinate coverage
This is a lifestyle role that requires awareness and attentiveness to the dairy at all times
What You’ll Need
Prior livestock or agricultural experience is preferred, but not required
Willingness to learn and be trained in cattle care and dairy operations
Strong work ethic and reliability
Positive attitude
Flexible and adaptable to changing needs and schedules
Comfortable working in a farm environment and around animals
Ability to work collaboratively with a team and interact with individuals of all ages
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
Takes pride in their work and cares deeply about animal well-being
Is dependable and understands the importance of consistency in a dairy setting
Is flexible and willing to step in where needed
Brings a positive, team-oriented attitude
Is excited to learn and grow within a hands-on agricultural environment
Why You Want to Work Here
Health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and other supplemental health plans.
Paid Time Off
Ballerina Farm is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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