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Poultry Technician Jobs in Lyn, ON at Burnbrae Farms
Full job description
Experience with farm (live) animals?
Reliable means of transportation to work everyday?
Valid driver’s license?
Are you able to work weekends (alternate)?
Able to perform physical tasks that require strength, coordination, and dexterity?
Able to lift up to 60 lbs and repetitively lifting 10-15 lbs?
Takes pride at your work. Willing to work until the task is complete, which can require longer hours from time to time.
If your answer is“yes”to all those questions, then we want to speak withYOU!!
Who are we?
Burnbrae Farms is a proud 6th generation Canadian family owned and operated egg business, producing eggs for over 70 years, with facilities across Canada (Ontario, Alberta, Manitoba, British Columbia, and Quebec).
We are the leader in the egg production industry. When you join us, you don’t just work for us –YOU ARE PART OF THE FAMILY.
Poultry Technician
Term:Permanent-Full Time
Location:Onsite
Reports to:Farm Manager
Shift/Time:Weekdays. Day.
*Alternate weekends
Hourly Rate:$20.41/hr
Additional pay:
Eligible for a flock performance bonus
Eligible for 40 hours of paid sick days
Address:3356 27, Lyn, ON K0E 1M0
This is a great opportunity for hands-on experience in egg farming. You will be working as part of an important team at the farm, to help prepare the birds and their barns to reach their full potential.
Job Responsibilities
Prepare birds for transport from a barn to another site. This can include loading birds into carts and onto transport trucks, as well as unloading birds from carts into the barn
Clean barns and equipment, using high-pressure water and various chemicals
Apply vaccinations to birds
Other farm duties as requested
Work Environment
· Work in barns and transport truck trailers that can be noisy, odorous, hot, humid, and dusty
· Work involves physical movements like standing for extended periods, crouching, bending, kneeling, as well as some climbing and heights. This includes lifting up to 60 lbs and repetitively lifting 10-15 lbs
Qualifications
· Ability to work as part of a team
· Demonstrates positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
· Ability to perform physical tasks that require strength, coordination, and dexterity
· Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and must be able to lift 10-15 lbs repetitively
· Able to show up to work on time and ready to work. Willing to work until the task is complete, which can require longer hours on some shifts. Must have flexibility in respect to scheduling
· Ability to execute all tasks in a safe manner
· Comfortable around farm animals. Able to adhere to animal welfare standards.
· Experience with agriculture or farm animals is considered an asset
· On the job training will be provided
Benefits:
Benefits will be available after three months of employment
Extended Health Care
Vision Care
Dental Care
o Employee and Family Assistance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Company Pension Plan will be available after two years of employment
Remember… When you join us, you don’t just work for us –YOU ARE PART OF THE FAMILY.
**Burnbrae Farms welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process. Should you require accommodation during any p…
Title: Poultry Technician
Company: Burnbrae Farms
Location: Lyn, ON
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