Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 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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Hog management
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Dusty
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Hot
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Noisy
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Odours
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Wet/damp
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Livestock
Work setting
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Rural area
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Relocation costs not covered by employer
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Diagnose livestock health issues
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Handling animals
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Monitoring animal health
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Perform livestock feeding
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Perform pig littering activities such as clipping needle teeth, docking tails, administering iron and other medication(s), identification of piglets, and castration
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Weaning
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Feed and tend animals
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Maintain quality control and production records
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Perform general farm duties
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Set and monitor water lines, air flow and temperature in barns, pens and chicken coops
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Experience and specialization
Equipment and machinery experience
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Automated manure handling or storage system
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Feeding and watering system
Automated systems experience
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Manure handling and storage
Area of specialization
Additional information
Security and safety
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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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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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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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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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
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Health care plan
Financial benefits
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Group insurance benefits
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Pension plan
Other benefits
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.