Full-Time

Dairy Herdsperson

Posted on Mar 15

Bertens Holsteins Ltd.

Olds, AB

Personal Suitability Team player

Specialized Livestock Workers Specific Skills

Recognize and treat certain livestock health problems; Calving; Handling animals

Farm Supervisors Specific Skills

Maintain quality control and production records; Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed

Agricultural Service Contractors Specific Skills

Assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures

Work Location Information Rural area

Ability to Supervise 3-4 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Physically demanding; Attention to detail

Transportation/Travel Information Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence

Work Site Environment Odours

Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots

Type of Farm Operations Dairy

Area of Specialization Dairy cattle

Additional Skills

Perform general farm duties; Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment; Maintain work records and logs

Equipment and Machinery Experience

Tractor; Milking system (automated); Feeding and watering system; Automated manure handling or storage system

Specific Skills Monitoring animal health

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages English

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