Farm worker, general

Fox Cattle Co based in Foam Lake, SK is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Farm worker, general 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, Overtime, Flexible Hours and Early Morning.

Employer Name: Fox Cattle Co
Position: Farm worker, general
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $14.00 hourly / 38 to 42 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Foam Lake, SK

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Hiring: Farm worker, general

Job Description

• The candidate must be able to handle animals.
• The candidate will be responsible for monitoring the calving process.
• The candidate must monitor animal health.
• The candidate will be responsible for weaning.
• The candidate will be responsible for feeding and tending animals.

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.
• Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
• The candidate should be a good team player.
• The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.

Internship

• This is a paid internship that promotes on-the-job training and skill development. It is aimed at any candidate looking to gain work experience or pursue a career.

Work site environment

• Farm operations include beef cattle ranching and farming, including feedlots, livestock combination farming, and livestock.
• The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
• The candidate must be willing to work in hazardous conditions.
• The candidate must be able to work in dusty, hot, wet/damp and cold/refrigerated conditions.
• The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.
• The candidate must work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.

Work setting

• The candidate must be willing to work in rural and remote areas.
• Accommodation will be provided for the candidate.
• The candidate will be provided with room and board.

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• The candidate must have experience operating seed drills, tractors, farm trucks, forage equipment, haying equipment, loaders, swathers, and tillage equipment.

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Employer will provide the vehicle.
• The candidate must be willing to travel frequently.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
• The candidate must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
• The candidate should have an eye for details.
• The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
• The candidate should be willing to work overtime if necessary.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.

Benefits

• Financial and Other benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
• Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive Bonus and Gas reimbursement.
• In addition to the Financial benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive On-site amenities, On-site housing options, On-site recreation and activities, Paid time off (volunteering or personal days), Employer-provided transportation, and Travel insurance.

How to Apply

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

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Note

Please include the following while sending the application

• Cover letter