Job Overview
This position involves overseeing the health and welfare of animals, ensuring their proper care, and maintaining farm operations. The Herder will work closely with other farm staff to implement best practices in animal husbandry.

Duties

Follow all biosecurity routines carefully.
Work with safety for yourself, co-workers and animals in mind.
Perform daily activities related to animal care, including feeding, monitoring water use, room temperature, ventilation and health.
Conduct regular inspections of animals to identify any health issues or injuries, reporting findings to herdsman and maintaining treatment records.
Report to herdsman any barn maintenance issues and assist in keeping barn clean and in good repair including keeping the showers and lunch room clean.
Help vaccinate 5 kg piglets
Work with 130 kg market hogs to sort and load them onto trucks.
Pressure wash and disinfect rooms and hallways.
Collaborate with team members to develop a positive, supportive work environment.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures in the Canadian Pork Excellence program.

Skills

Reliable transportation so you arrive to work on time daily
Ability to perform repetitive tasks with care.
Basic math skills for record keeping and inventory management.
Strength to perform hours of pressure washing.
Knowledge of power tools and maintenance procedures would be an asset.
Competence in FARM ANIMAL HANDLING techniques to ensure safety for both animals and staff.
Able to work independently or as a team.
Respect for co-workers

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week

Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Vision care

Work Location: In person

Bloxslea Farms Inc

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