Farm worker, general
Homeplace Ranch Partnership based in Nanton, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Farm worker, general. Homeplace Ranch Partnership is a premier provider of authentic western experiences and equine-assisted therapy programs. Specializing in ranch vacations and horseback riding adventures, they offer guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of the Alberta foothills. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible. The position of Farm worker, general is approved by LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment)
Job Description:
Employer Name: Homeplace Ranch Partnership
Position: Farm worker, general
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $29.00 hourly for 30 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent employment Full time
Location: Nanton, AB
Shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Flexible Hours, Early Morning, Morning
Transportation information: Own transportation
Work setting: Rural area, Staff accommodation provided, Remote location
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 5 years or more
Area of specialization: Beef cattle, Horses
Equipment and machinery experience: Tractor, Farm truck, Haying equipment, Skidsteer, Forklift, Hand tools
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be involved in various agricultural activities, including beef cattle ranching, fruit and vegetable combination farming, hay farming, wheat farming, and other grain farming
- The candidates should engage in miscellaneous animal farming and miscellaneous crop farming
- The candidates should be experienced with livestock and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, including dusty, hot, wet, or noisy environments, and should be comfortable with dirtiness
- The candidates should have the ability to work independently and manage a large workload
- The candidates should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure, and meet tight deadlines
- The candidates should be physically fit for demanding tasks, capable of handling repetitive tasks, and able to handle heavy loads
- The candidates should have attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination, and be comfortable with a combination of sitting, standing, walking, and performing bending, crouching, and kneeling tasks
- The candidates should be comfortable with sitting, standing for extended periods, and walking
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have excellent oral communication skills and possess efficient interpersonal skills
- The candidates should be organized, reliable, and demonstrate flexibility in their approach
- The candidates should be team players who exercise good judgment and are quick learners
Candidate Status:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
- International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to handle animals, including developing and guiding their behavior, diagnosing health issues, and performing grooming and feeding activities
- The candidates should be able to monitor animal health, including monitoring the calving process and treating health issues
- The candidates should be able to ensure farm safety and biosecurity procedures are followed, including disinfecting pens, barns, or poultry houses and setting and monitoring water lines, air flow, and temperature in barns, pens, and chicken coops
- The candidates should be able to operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, as well as clean stables, barns, barnyards, and pens
- The candidates should be able to perform general farm duties, including weeding, fertilizing, and spraying crops, as well as feeding and tending animals
- The candidates should be able to detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock, and poultry and formulate feeding programs, as well as train horses
Benefits:
- The candidates will get learning/training paid by employer, on-site housing options, and parking available
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume, References attesting experience, Letter of recommendation) through the below-mentioned details
By email
l65063773@gmail.com
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!