Job description
Duties
Monitoring animal health Feed and tend animals Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens Perform general farm duties
Key Responsibilities
Main duties commonly associated with this role
- Feed and monitor animals and assist with general livestock care
- Clean barns, pens, feeding areas, and farm equipment
- Handle animals safely and report any signs of illness or injury
- Load, unload, and move supplies, feed, and farm materials
- Assist with routine farm maintenance and sanitation procedures
- Follow biosecurity, safety, and animal welfare guidelines
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$16.75 to $18.00HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 35 to 40 hours per week Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 6 vacancies Source Job Bank #3587234 Various locationsAvonport, NS Overview Languages English E
Permanent employmentFull time
Start date: as soon as possible
6 vacancies
Job Bank #49609906 Requirements
Languages · Education · Experience
English
No degree, certificate or diploma
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Additional typical requirements for farm jobs in Canada
- Basic English communication skills
- No degree, certificate or diploma required for most entry-level farm positions
- Experience requirement: an asset. Support for persons with disabilities: Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities . Support for newcomers and refugees: Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natur
- 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
Typical working conditions for this farm role
- On-site work only; remote work is not available
- Physically demanding farm environment involving livestock care
- Exposure to odors, noise, dust, and varying temperatures
- Fast-paced setting with repetitive tasks and flexible work schedules
- Work may take place in barns, pens, feeding areas, and animal housing facilities
Benefits
Typical employer-provided benefits
Typical benefits for farm jobs in Canada
- Competitive hourly wage with stable full-time opportunities
- Overtime pay may be available depending on the season and workload
- Health and financial benefits may be offered according to employer policy
- On-the-job training for entry-level farm positions
- Long-term employment opportunities for reliable workers
- Accommodation or transportation support may be available in some positions
Who can apply
Eligibility & international candidates
- You can apply if you are:a Canadian citizena permanent resident of Canadaa temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permitDo not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
International candidates:
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.
Important notice
This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.
How to apply
Official application options