Job description
Clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens and other work areas, Handling animals, Perform livestock feeding, Track and report on current feed inventory, Feed and tend animals, Assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed, Maintain quality control and production records, Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens, Maintain work records and logs Clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens and other work areas, Handling animals, Perform livestock feeding, Track and report on current feed inventory, Feed and tend animals, Assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed, Maintain quality control and production records, Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens, Maintain work records and logs
Key Responsibilities
- 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
Job Bank #50309152 Requirements
- Basic English communication skills
- No degree, certificate or diploma required for most entry-level farm positions
- Experience requirement: No experience (will train)
- 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
- 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
- Free parking available, Learning/training paid by employer, On-site housing options, Paid time off (volunteering or personal days), Transportation provided by employer, Parking available
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
Eligibility depends on the wording of the original job posting and the employer. If you are outside Canada, review the “Who can apply” information carefully and verify current Canadian work-permit requirements before applying.