Dairy Herdsperson

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Beef cattle ranching and farming, including feedlots. Corn farming. Dairy. Grain, oil and forage crop. Farm. Work setting: Rural area. Staff accommodation available. Tasks: Diagnose livestock health issues. Handling animals. Monitor the calving process. Monitoring animal health. Perform livestock feeding. Supervise milking operations to ensure work is done correctly . Treat livestock health issues. Feed and tend animals. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Maintain livestock performance records. Maintain quality control and production records. Milk cows. Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens. Perform general farm duties. Equipment and machinery experience: Milking system (automated). Tractor. Farm truck. Forage equipment. Haying equipment. Loader. Skidsteer. Forklift. Area of specialization: Dairy cattle. Animal husbandry. Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to work independently. Fast-paced environment. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Personal suitability: Excellent oral communication. Organized. Team player. Efficient interpersonal skills. Flexibility. Judgement. Reliability. Quick learner. Screening questions: Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Shift. Morning. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: To be determined. Day. Weekend. Overtime required. Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. On-site housing options. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days). Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.