Job description
Duties
Clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens and other work areas, Clear fields of wood and stones, Diagnose livestock health issues, Handling animals, Marking livestock as proof of ownership, Monitor the calving process, Monitoring animal health, Perform livestock feeding, Prepare a clean, dry area for cows that are calving, Track and report on current feed inventory, Treat livestock health issues, Feed and tend animals, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Maintain livestock performance records, Milk cows, Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens, Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry, Perform general farm duties, Write daily basic progress reports Clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens and other work areas, Clear fields of wood and stones, Diagnose livestock health issues, Handling animals, Marking livestock as proof of ownership, Monitor the calving process, Monitoring animal health, Perform livestock feeding, Prepare a clean, dry area for cows that are calving, Track and report on current feed inventory, Treat livestock health issues, Feed and tend animals, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Maintain livestock performance records, Milk cows, Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens, Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry, Perform general farm duties, Write daily basic progress reports
Key Responsibilities
- Feed and care for dairy cattle and monitor their general condition
- Assist with milking operations and barn sanitation
- Clean stalls, milking equipment, and feeding areas
- Handle animals safely and support herd management activities
- Move supplies, feed, and farm materials as needed
- Follow hygiene, milk safety, and animal welfare procedures
Job Bank #48998808 Requirements
- Language requirement: English or French
- No degree, certificate or diploma required for most entry-level farm positions
- Previous farm experience is an asset but not always mandatory
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, walking, and standing for long periods
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime when required
- Strong work ethic, reliability, teamwork, and ability to work outdoors or in farm production environments
Work Environment
- On-site work only; remote work is not available
- Farm environment involving dairy cattle care and milking operations
- Exposure to odors, noise, moisture, and changing temperatures
- Early morning and flexible shifts may be required
- Work may take place in barns, milking parlours, and feeding areas
Benefits
- Free parking available, On-site housing options
Who can apply
- a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit, Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, 1 job posting advertised, Small business (under 5 employees), 1 business location, View business profi
You may try your luck even if you are a foreign candidate outside Canada. Some employers are open to international profiles, especially if you have relevant experience or can obtain a work permit.