Penchecker/Beef Cattle Herdsperson

Renu Contracting & Restoration; Iron Springs; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established agricultural operation is on the lookout for a dedicated Beef Cattle Herdsperson to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to producing healthy beef while ensuring animal welfare and sustainable practices. Employees are valued and encouraged to grow through various educational experiences and on-the-job training. With a supportive work environment that promotes teamwork and safe practices, this position is perfect for those passionate about agriculture and livestock management. If you're ready to make a difference in the farming community, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Dental care

Disability insurance

Extended health care

Life insurance

RRSP match

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 Driver's License is required for this role.
• Experience working with cattle is essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Check pens and identify ill or injured animals regularly.
• Maintain digital records for cattle treatments and ensure proper care.

Skills

Ability to lift 50lbs+

Safe work habits

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Experience working with Cattle

Job description

Kolk Farms Ltd. is actively seeking a qualified Beef Cattle Herdsperson to join our team!

About the Company

We are an agricultural operation that strives to profitably and efficiently produce healthy, wholesome beef in an environment that fosters safe, enjoyable and satisfying work for family, staff and local community while encouraging animal welfare, environmental and economic sustainable practices. We value our employees even more than the delicious beef we produce. Our goal is to hire and retain the best employees. We view the workplace as a place to be able to grow, learn, laugh and be productive. We as a farm encourage three off-site educational experiences per year as well as on-the-job training opportunities. Tiffin, ACFA conventions, veterinarian seminars, 4H, and Green certificate are just a few of the personal and professional growth opportunities we appreciate.

Key Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to):

• Pen checking, identifying ill or injured animals
• Providing necessary treatment or care to all livestock
• Maintaining digital computer records for cattle treatments and procedures
• Ensure cattle have access to adequate feed and water daily
• Shipping, receiving, and vaccinating/processing cattle
• Facility/equipment maintenance
• Bedding/pen maintenance
• General cattle farm duties
• General cleaning and upkeep duties

Skills:

• Ability to lift 50lbs+, work outside in all weather elements, and walk in all types of terrain
• Safe work habits
• Ability to work in a team environment

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Valid Class 5 Driver's License
• Experience working with Cattle

Job Type:

• Full-time

Schedule:

• 11 days on, 3 days off

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match