Dairy farm worker

East River Farm based in 14557 St Peters Road/ Hwy 2, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7J7 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Dairy farm worker who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Evening, Weekend and Early Morning.

Employer Name: East River Farm
Position: Dairy farm worker
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $18.00 to $22.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 37 to 50 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: 14557 St Peters Road/ Hwy 2, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7J7

Job Description

• The candidate must feed and care for animals.
• The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• The candidate must milk cows.
• The candidate must clean stables, barns, barnyards, and pens.
• The candidate must be able to recognise and treat certain livestock health issues.
• The candidate must perform general farm duties.
• The candidate must keep track of quality control and production records.
• The candidate must keep livestock performance records.
• The candidate will be expected to assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures.
• The candidate must ensure that farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• Candidate having experience is an asset.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate should be a good team player.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.

Work setting

• The candidate must work in the dairy industry.

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• The candidate must have prior experience operating a farm truck and tractor.

Automated systems experience

• The candidate must have prior experience with an automated milking system as well as a feeding and watering system.

Area of specialization

• The candidate should be knowledgeable about dairy cattle.

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
• The candidate should have an eye for details.

Benefits

• Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive Bonus.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

• Cover letter
• Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples