Overview
Languages
English
Education
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No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
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Dusty
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Odours
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Outdoors
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Livestock
Work setting
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Rural area
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Various locations
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Conduct artificial insemination and spraying or shearing of livestock or disinfecting pens, barns or poultry houses
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Handling animals
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Monitoring animal health
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Assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures
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Maintain financial and production records
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Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers
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Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed
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Formulate feeding program
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Maintain livestock performance records
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Maintain quality control and production records
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Supervise and oversee breeding and other livestock-related programs
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Hire and train staff
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Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
Experience and specialization
Equipment and machinery experience
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Automated manure handling or storage system
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Feeding and watering system
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Storage and silage system
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Work under pressure
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Physically demanding
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Large workload
Personal suitability
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Disability benefits
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Health care plan
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.