Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is looking for a Senior Animal Caretaker to care for a beef cattle herd, collect and record data on breeding, feed consumption, and health, and assist with veterinary procedures. The role also involves maintaining facilities, equipment, and ensuring that the cattle receive proper care and treatment.
Required Education:
No specific degree required, but post-secondary education in an agricultural field is an asset.
Required Experience:
- Experience in handling, caring for, and maintaining cattle.
- Experience operating various types of farm machinery (e.g., bale processors, feed mixing trucks).
- Experience safely loading and transporting cattle via stock trailer.
Skills:
- Knowledge of modern cattle husbandry techniques.
- Ability to perform daily animal health checks and manage herd health care.
- Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Salary Package:
$30.23 to $32.84 per hour
Deadline:
March 14, 2025 – 23:59, Pacific Time