Pork production technician (Ridgetown), Kent (Blenheim)

Education&Eligibility

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years Work Site Environment

Hog and pig farming Dusty Noisy Odours All weather conditions Dirty Tasks

Monitoring animal health Perform pig littering activities such as clipping needle teeth, docking tails, administering iron and other medication(s), identification of piglets, and castration Treat livestock health issues Feed and tend animals Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followedClean stables, barns, barnyards and pens Maintain work records and logs Perform general farm duties Set and monitor water lines, air flow and temperature in barns, pens and chicken coops Area of Specialization

Swine Work Conditions&Physical Capabilities

Ability to work independently Work under pressure Physically demanding Handling heavy loads Bending, crouching, kneeling Personal Suitability

Excellent oral communication Team player Flexibility Reliability Quick learner Employment Terms

Early morning Evening Flexible hours Morning Day Weekend Overtime available Hours

48 to 55 hours per week Work Language

English Work Term

Permanent Support for Youths

Offers on‑job training tailored to youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work setting for youth

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