Job Order Detail

Description

CARROT RIVER POLAR PORK FARMS LTD. is in need of Pork Production Technician
NOC Code: 84120

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1 Carry out feeding routine for swine and perform routine service on feed equipment
2 Provide water for animals and perform routine maintenance on water drinkers
3 Handle and administer medications and vaccines as directed
4 Monitor pig health, notice signs of disorder and report concerns to supervisor
5 Follow safe manure management pit pulling procedure when cleaning out manure pits
6 Monitor and maintain proper ventilation and temperatures using automated control system
7 Prepare and maintain livestock records
8 Maintain inventory and inform supervisor if supplies are needed
9 Responsible to act safely in performing duties at all times
10 Perform other farm related duties as requested

WORKING HOURS: 7:00am to 3:30pm, 40 hours per week, with two varied days off per week

WAGE/BENEFITS: $18.50/hour. Bonus Program, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Health and Dental Insurance Program (80% paid by the insurance company)

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
1 Education: Completion of secondary school is required; College certificate or other specialized training in agriculture or livestock will be an asset
2 Work Experience: At least one-year related work experience


KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
1 Knowledge of swine operations and farming practices
2 Patience and empathy to work with animals
3 Analytical and problem-solving skills
4 Decision making skills
5 Good written and verbal communication skills
6 Ability to work individually or as part of a group

WORK LOCATION: SE-24-51-12-W2, Carrot River, SK, Canada S0E 0L0
  
LANGUAGE OF WORK:  English