Farm Service Worker I

3 months ago

Olds, Canada Olds College Full time

**About Olds College of Agriculture and Technology**

Founded in 1913, Olds College has been offering quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our regular programming, continued education, and online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

At Olds College we value our people and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. Olds College provides quality education in an environment that is designed to promote academic excellence and student success. There are many reasons to join Olds College and build a meaningful career in a community that is innovative, diverse and welcoming. Everything we do at Olds College is done to advance all aspects of the agriculture and agri-food community. All of our programs and actions align to our social purpose, “Transforming agriculture for a better world”. Our mission is to ensure Alberta's agriculture community has the talent, knowledge, and thought leadership to lead globally.

**NOTE: Temporary until April 25, 2025**

**The Opportunity**:
Reporting to the Smart Farm Operations Supervisor and supporting additional activities under the guidance of the Assistant Manager, the Farm Service Worker will ensure that his/her duties are performed in a safe, effective and efficient manner. Responsibilities will include assisting farm operations in activities such as:

- The care and feeding of livestock and equine
- Activities related to crop production
- Use of technologies and tools to document important production data (such as HerdTrax or SheepTrax)
- Setting-up and assisting with labs for students and assisting with research project coordination on the farm
- General cleaning and minor maintenance of facilities and equipment and all other related duties.

**Key Job Functions**:

- Support the coordination of Olds College Centre for Innovation (OCCI) projects.
- Assist with general facility and equipment maintenance.
- Assist with calving of cow herd and lambing of sheep flock (and as trained/qualified).
- Complete feeding and bedding requirements daily.
- Maintain production and treatment records.
- Involvement in supporting cropping field operations as required (and as trained/qualified).
- Check and repair existing fences and assist with new fence construction.
- Assist with livestock rotation as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge Required**:

- High school diploma plus additional coursework.
- 1 year of related work experience on a farm and crop operation.
- Ability to stand and bend for extended periods of time and lift 50+ lbs.
- Concern and care about the animals general well-being.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- High standards and excellent work ethic.

**Conditions of Employment**:

- Current Criminal Reference check that is free of any offenses.
- Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies, including wearing CSA approved safety footwear (not supplied) and successfully completing WHMIS certification training (provided).
- Possess a valid Class 5 drivers license and clean drivers’ abstract
- ** Available to work at times outside of regular office hours and weekends.

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