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Farm Worker - Livestock

Posted by: Featherland Farm
Posting date: June 07, 2024      Closing date: November 06, 2024
Posting date: June 07, 2024
Closing date: November 06, 2024
 
Job location: GTA Others - ON, Canada
 
Salary: $20.00/hour
 
Vacancy: 2
 
Job category: Agriculture & farms
Job id: 20240607-145637

Job description:


Company & Job Description

Featherland Farm is a livestock farm located in Holland Centre, Ontario. We raise premium quality water ducks, muscovy ducks, and specialty birds, like pheasants, and chukars. The ducks and specialty birds are mainly for the Asian markets in Ontario.

 

Job Location

680371 Side Rd 30

Holland Centre

ON N0H 1R0

 

Terms of Employment

Terms or Contract; Full-time

 

Wage & Benefits

$20.00/hour, 30 to 40 hours per week

Monday to Friday

Vacation & paid time off

 

Key Responsibilities

  1. Provide daily care to livestock, including feeding, watering, and monitoring their health and well-being.
  2. Safely handle and move livestock within barns, pens, or pastures using appropriate herding techniques and equipment.
  3. Monitor animals for signs of illness or injury and promptly report any concerns to the supervisor.
  4. Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of livestock facilities, including barns, pens, and equipment. Perform routine cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance tasks to ensure a healthy and sanitary environment for animals and workers.
  5. Install, repair, and maintain fences and gates to contain livestock within designated areas and prevent escapes or intrusions by predators.
  6. Maintain accurate records of livestock inventory, health status, breeding activities, and other relevant information.
  7. Operate and maintain farm equipment and machinery used in livestock management activities.
  8. Work collaboratively with other farm workers to achieve production goals and maintain high standards of animal care and welfare.

 

Qualifications & Skills

  1. Prefer to have a secondary school education.
  2. Knowledge of basic animal husbandry practices and principles.
  3. Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods.
  4. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions closely.
  5. Excellent communication skills and ability to work well within a team environment.
  6. Basic understanding of equipment operation and maintenance.

 

How to Apply

Please send your resume to fengsisi55@gmail.com with the title “Farm Worker - Livestock”. While we appreciate your interest in applying, we will only contact suitable candidates whose skills and qualifications match the requirements of the position.

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