Livestock Loader

Overview

Load out personnel assist in loading market livestock onto and off of trucks.

What responsibilities will I have?

• Assure safety and practice of proper animal handling techniques during load out
• Follow proper biosecurity guidelines and procedures
• Assist in load schedules
• Ensure proper health care of animals
• May at times need to lift or move animals manually
• Clean loading unit as needed
• Maintain load out equipment

What education and training is required?

A high school diploma is required as is a valid driver’s license and knowledge of the livestock industry chosen.

To pursue a career as a Livestock Loader:

The following high school courses are recommended: agricultural education, a focus on sciences like animal science and biology, Spanish, and mathematics. You must also be willing to work flexible hours.

Where can I work?

Food and livestock production companies employ livestock loaders.

Future Job Market / Outlook

The future outlook for a livestock hauler will be great over the next five years. 

Suggested Professional Organizations and Associations

• National Pork Board
• National Cattlemen’s Beef Association
• American Poultry Association
• National Lamb Feeders Association