Full-Time
Swine Herdsperson
Posted on Mar 10
Pigs R Us Inc.
Box 244, 9220 TWP Road 563, Mayerthorpe, AB, T0E 1N0
Personal Suitability Team player
Specialized Livestock Workers Specific Skills
Recognize and treat certain livestock health problems; Maintain livestock performance records; Select livestock for sale; Feed inventory; Handling animals
Farm Supervisors Specific Skills
Maintain quality control and production records; Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers; Supervise and oversee breeding and other livestock-related programs; Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed
Work Location Information Rural area; Staff accommodation available
Ability to Supervise 1 to 2 people
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Physically demanding; Attention to detail
Transportation/Travel Information Valid driver's licence
Work Site Environment Noisy; Odours; Dusty; Hot
Type of Farm Operations Hog and pig farming
Area of Specialization Swine
Additional Skills
Perform general farm duties; Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
Equipment and Machinery Experience
Tractor; Feeding and watering system; Automated manure handling or storage system
Specific Skills Monitoring animal health
Experience 1 year to less than 2 years
Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Languages English
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