Farm worker, hogs

R.L. Masschelein Farms Inc. based in Parkhill, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Farm worker, hogs 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.

Employer Name: R.L. Masschelein Farms Inc.
Position: Farm worker, hogs
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $16.25 hourly for 40 to 55 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Parkhill, ON

Job Description

  • The candidate will be responsible for feeding and caring for animals.
  • The candidate should regularly monitor animal health.
  • The candidate will be required to clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens.
  • The candidate would be responsible for detecting disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry.
  • The candidate will be required to regularly set and monitor water lines, air flow and temperature in barns, pens and chicken coops.
  • The candidate will be in charge of providing pastures and fodder to ensure adequate nutritional levels.
  • The candidate will be in charge of breeding and raising livestock for meat production.
  • The candidate should be responsible for maintaining adequate stock for animal foods, medicines etc.
  • The candidate will be required to work in conjunction with large animal vets to provide herd health management, veterinary treatments, and routine vaccinations.
  • The candidate will be responsible for observing animals for signs of illness and administering medication as needed.
  • The candidate would be responsible for directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder.
  • The candidate would be responsible for implementing smooth weaning process in the farm.
  • The candidate would be responsible for distributing food to pigs.
  • The candidate would be responsible for taking care of pig litters.
  • The candidate will be required to maintain high standards of animal welfare.

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 would be responsible for farm animal grooming.
  • The candidate would be in charge of keeping an inventory of the necessary feed ingredients.
  • The candidate should have good physical and healthy state to perform all tasks quickly, effectively, and efficiently.
  • The candidate should have good communication skill.
  • The candidate should be punctual.
  • The candidate should be flexible.
  • The candidate should be accountable.
  • The candidate should be authentic.
  • The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
  • The candidate should be a good team player with enough interpersonal and judge-mental skills.
  • The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of animal welfare as well as excellent animal-handling abilities.
  • The candidate must be self-motivated and capable of making decisions.
  • The candidate should be energetic with a positive attitude.
  • The candidate should have excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
  • The candidate should have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
  • The candidate should be able to accept criticism while remaining calm and effective in high-stress situations.
  • The candidate will be required to work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.
  • The candidate will be required to work in wet or damp, dusty,  hot and cold environments.
  • The candidate should be able to work with full concentration even in noisy surroundings.

Security and Safety

  • The candidate should have a thorough Criminal record check.

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 required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
  • The candidate should have an eye for details.
  • The candidate should be prepared for doing physically challenging tasks as part of daily work.
  • The candidate should be willing to work in sitting, standing and walking position for long hours.
  • The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate should have ability to recognize similarities and differences between sounds.

Work Location Information

  • The candidates will be required to work in rural area.

How to Apply

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

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