Animal Care Specialist

Semex; Saint-Hyacinthe; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global genetic solutions company in Saint-Hyacinthe is seeking an Animal Care Attendant for a full-time role. Responsibilities include feeding animals, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting veterinary activities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, along with strong observation and teamwork skills. This position offers a flexible work schedule and additional benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Social activities

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Manual dexterity is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Feed the animals.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the yard.
• Report abnormalities, injuries, and observations.
• Support veterinary activities.
• Transport hay and bedding.
• Carry out animal movements.

Skills

Observation skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or relevant experience

Tools

Farm tractor

Bob Cat skid steer loader

Job description

Overview

Permanent, Full time, 40 hours per week

The Semex Alliance is a dynamic global company committed to developing and supplying innovative genetic solutions. We understand that people are the true pillars of our success, and that our employees are our most important asset.

We are currently seeking an Animal Care Attendant at our Saint-Hyacinthe site. The successful candidate will report to the Farm Manager. Their primary role is to perform operations related to the physical well-being of the animals and the maintenance of their environment. You will be willing to work weekdays and weekends according to the established schedule.

Responsibilities

• Feed the animals
• Ensure the cleanliness of the yard
• Report abnormalities, injuries, heat events, and any other observations
• Support activities requiring the presence of a veterinarian or animal health technician
• Unload hay and bedding and transport them to the appropriate locations
• Carry out animal movements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or other relevant experience
• Valid driver's license
• Observation skills and problem solving
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Manual dexterity an asset
• Experience driving a farm tractor an asset
• Experience operating a Bob Cat skid steer loader an asset

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule
• Social activities
• Referral bonus

How to apply

At Semex, we demand the best from ourselves, our company, and in everything we do for our customers. If you are interested in applying, please apply on our website: www.semex.com or www.boviteq.com

Important notice

Thank you for applying for this position, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Semex welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations will be available upon request to enable candidates to participate in all stages of the recruitment process. Please contact: [e-mail].

In this document, terms used to refer to people are used generically; they include all genders.