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Livestock Herdsman
His Green Acres
Langenburg, SK
$24–$28 an hour
Permanent, Full-time
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Job details

$24–$28 an hour
Extended health care
Permanent, Full-time
Rotating shift
Langenburg, SK

Full job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Livestock Herdsperson to oversee the care and management of our farm’s livestock. This role involves working closely with animals, maintaining their health and well-being as well as maintaining farm infrastructure and equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, physical stamina, and a passion for animal husbandry. Prior experience with cattle, farm machinery, and mechanical knowledge is required.

Duties

  • Monitor and care for livestock, including animal intake, handling, feeding, watering, and health checks
  • Assist with calving including rotating night-shifts with other team members
  • Assist with the herding and movement of animals by quad or horseback
  • Maintain clean and safe living environments for the animals
  • Operate and perform basic maintenance/fabrication on farm machinery, equipment and infrastructure (fences, feed bunks, etc.)
  • Operate equipment related to the cattle operation (tractor, skid steer, etc.)
  • Maintain accurate and complete records associated with feeding, calving, inventory, and animal health
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and farm protocols at all times
  • Assist with seeding and harvesting operations, as needed
  • General farm duties as required

Requirements

  • Extensive experience working with cattle in a farm setting
  • Experience with farm machinery operation
  • Mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot and maintain infrastructure and farm machinery
  • Physical stamina to handle long hours working outdoors in various weather conditions
  • Able to sit and stand for prolonged periods
  • Able to lift 50lbs safely
  • Strong attention to detail in monitoring animal health and behavior
  • Good communication skills for teamwork and reporting

The farm offers extended health care, competitive wages, and annual retention and performance bonuses. This position offers an opportunity to work for a large, thriving farm where your skills directly contribute to the success of the operation. Candidates should be reliable, hardworking, and passionate about livestock management.

Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Extended health care

Work Location: In person

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