swine technician

Tanda Farms Ltd.; Atwood; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local farming operation in Ontario is seeking a dedicated individual to manage animal care activities, including pig littering and weaning. The role requires physical endurance, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team. This permanent position offers 45 to 65 hours of work a week, with training provided for those willing to learn.

Qualifications

• Must be able to handle animals carefully and effectively.
• Willingness to work in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle animals with care.
• Perform pig littering activities.
• Wean piglets as needed.

Skills

Handling animals

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Job description details provided below.

Education

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Work site environment

• Hog and pig farming
• Dusty
• Odours

Work setting

• Rural area

Tasks

• Handling animals
• Perform pig littering activities such as clipping needle teeth, docking tails, administering iron and other medication(s), identification of piglets, and castration
• Weaning

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?

Government programs

• Recognized employer

Experience

• Will train
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 45 to 65 hours per week