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Seeking a Dairy Technician (Herdsperson)

Key responsibilities:

• Ensuring that the cows are milked out properly and thoroughly.
• Operate basic farm equipment and tools as required
• Follow safety protocols and farm procedures.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks.
• Availability to work shifts, including weekends and statutory holidays.
• Carry out daily operations including milking, breeding, calving, calf care, and assisting/directing students as scheduled by the Dairy Unit Supervisor
• Operate and maintain milking equipment, ensuring proper startup, sanitation, and complete milking of cows
• Tag, process, and provide care for calves; administer treatments or medications as required
• Maintain accurate animal records including breeding dates, pregnancy results, vaccinations, heat detection, and calving information
• Follow the Dairy Learning Centre’s cleaning schedule to ensure the facility is presentable for visitors and prospective students
• Assist with maintenance of waterers, manure handling systems, feed bunks, feeders, parlors, and other equipment to ensure animal welfare and operational efficiency
• Support farm technicians with bedding, livestock movement, treatments, and other farm-related tasks as needed

Job requirements:

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well both independently and in a team setting
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Post-secondary agriculture related education, preferably Diploma in Animal Science
• Demonstrated passion for the Western Canadian dairy industry, as well as dairy experience and knowledge of farm
• equipment operation and new technology is highly desirable
• Manual labour and shift work in various weather conditions
• Ability to perform artificial insemination would be an asset

This employment opportunity is a Full-Time AUPE position at the Vermilion Campus commencing as soon as possible. Lakeland College offers a competitive salary of $53,255 to $67,112 per annum and a comprehensive benefits plan. The selected candidate's salary will align with their education and relevant experience.

This competition will remain open until suitable candidate is found. All cover letters and resumes are to be submitted electronically on our website at www.lakelandcollege.ca 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply however Canadian citizens, and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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