dairy farm worker

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Will train
Work site environment
Outdoors
Dusty
Hot
Noisy
Odours
Wet/damp
Cold/refrigerated
Dairy
Livestock
All weather conditions
Dirty
Work setting
Rural area
Tasks
Develop and guide the behaviour of farm animals
Diagnose livestock health issues
Disinfect pens, barns or poultry houses
Handling animals
Monitor the calving process
Monitoring animal health
Perform livestock feeding
Prepare a clean, dry area for cows that are calving
Supervise milking operations to ensure work is done correctly
Treat livestock health issues
Maintain livestock performance records
Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry
Perform general farm duties
Area of specialization
Dairy cattle
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Medical exam
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Ability to work independently
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
Team player
Flexibility
Judgement
Reliability
Quick learner
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Employment terms options
Early morning
Evening
Employment terms options
Day
Weekend
Overtime available
Financial benefits
Bonus
Other benefits
Free parking available
On-site housing options