Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience
3 years to less than 5 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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Hog and pig farming
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Dusty
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Hot
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Noisy
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Odours
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Livestock
Work setting
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Rural area
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Remote location
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Carry out a pasture or pen breeding programs
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Formulate feeding program
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Maintain livestock performance records
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Select livestock for sale
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Maintain work records and logs
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Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry
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Perform general farm duties
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Write daily basic progress reports
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Set and monitor water lines, air flow and temperature in barns, pens and chicken coops
Experience and specialization
Equipment and machinery experience
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Feeding and watering system
Area of specialization
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Driver's validity licence check
Transportation/travel information
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Own transportation
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Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Work under pressure
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Physically demanding
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Attention to detail
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Overtime required
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Walking
Personal suitability
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Organized
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Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Health care plan
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Paramedical services coverage
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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Group insurance benefits
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Life insurance
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Pension plan
Long term benefits
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Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.