Overview
Languages
English
Education
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No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work site environment
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Beef cattle ranching and farming, including feedlots
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Hay farming
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Livestock combination farming
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Outdoors
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Dusty
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Livestock
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All weather conditions
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Dirty
Work setting
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Rural area
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Staff accommodation available
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Relocation costs not covered by employer
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Diagnose livestock health issues
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Disinfect pens, barns or poultry houses
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Handling animals
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Marking livestock as proof of ownership
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Monitor the calving process
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Monitoring animal health
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Perform livestock feeding
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Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
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Prepare a clean, dry area for cows that are calving
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Treat livestock health issues
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Weaning
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Fertilize and spray crops
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Harvest crops
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Feed and tend animals
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Assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures
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Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
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Provide agricultural crop services such as plowing, irrigating, cultivating, spraying or harvesting
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Carry out a pasture or pen breeding programs
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Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed
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Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens
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Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry
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Perform general farm duties
Experience and specialization
Equipment and machinery experience
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Automated irrigation system
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Feeding and watering system
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Fertilizer applicator
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Sprayer or duster
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Tractor
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Farm truck
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Forage equipment
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Haying equipment
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Loader
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Planting equipment
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Swather
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Tillage equipment
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Welding
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Skidsteer
Automated systems experience
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Bulk grain or feed handling - automated
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Manure handling and storage
Specialization or experience
Area of specialization
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Agricultural livestock service
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Cattle breeding
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Agricultural crop service
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Beef cattle
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Animal husbandry
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Bondable
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Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Drive manual transmission vehicle
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Ability to work independently
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Tight deadlines
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Physically demanding
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Repetitive tasks
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Attention to detail
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Handling heavy loads
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Large workload
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Hand-eye co-ordination
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Overtime required
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Ability to distinguish between colours
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Sound discrimination
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Sitting
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Standing for extended periods
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Walking
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
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Organized
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Team player
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Reliability
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Quick learner
Benefits
Other benefits
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Learning/training paid by employer
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On-site housing options
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On-site recreation and activities
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Other benefits
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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
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.