Dairy Barn Worker

Greenbelt Farms is a multi-generational business that gives purpose and opportunities to family members, shareholders and employees to fulfill personal aspirations, do meaningful work and be prosperous in every area of life. Greenbelt Farms is a respected, responsible leader and asset to the community.

Started in 1952 by Charlie and Adrienne Rajotte, the operation has now grown to include 8,000 acres of crop, cattle operation, dairy facility, broiler chicken operation and a state-of-the-art feed mill.

As a diversified and economically competitive business, Greenbelt Farms embraces change and new technologies to improve efficiencies and maximize productivity while practicing environmental stewardship.

We are currently recruiting for a:
Dairy Barn Worker

Located in Wainwright, Alberta; this full-time permanent position you will be responsible for all shift activities including the preparation of milking equipment, milking of cows, minor equipment maintenance, and general cleaning. This role is also accountable for following all standard operating procedures (SOPs) in addition to general animal care and well-being.

Start Date: As soon as possible

**WAGE**

Competitive wage based on industry standards - starting wage is $16.00 per hour or more base on experience.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Promote Greenbelt Farms’ vision and mission.
- Prepare milking parlour, equipment, and bulk tank for milk harvesting.
- Transfer cows in and out of the parlour.
- Conduct milking procedures.
- Conduct California mastitis tests (CMT), maintain treatment records, and flag cows with appropriate ribbons accordingly.
- Submit samples for somatic cell count.
- Complete all parlour treatments including Intramammary (IMM) drug as communicated on the treatment board.
- Report relevant information on animal health such as illness, injury, heat detection, and other abnormalities to the Dairy Herdsperson.
- Sample milk when abnormalities are identified or as instructed by Dairy Barn Management.
- Conduct testing to ensure milk tank is free of antibiotics and report any abnormalities to the Dairy Barn Team Leader immediately.
- Clean and sanitize equipment and facilities (office, change rooms, milk house, mechanical room, and med room) including floors, doors, mats, and bedding.
- Complete barn chores as communicated on daily checklist.
- Ensure timely requests for chemicals, medications, and supplies are provided to the Dairy Supervisor.
- Attend to equipment inspection, maintenance, and minor repairs.
- Feed animals in the medical room.
- Bed Dairy Barn.
- Assist in the Calf Barn as requested; may including feeding, cleaning, calving, and general animal care.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Dairy Barn Team Leader.

**Knowledge Skills & Abilities**:

- Knowledge of cows including proper handling and care considered an asset
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 80 lbs.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Superior organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.

**Qualifications**:

- Previous dairy barn experience is considered an asset.
- Education in agriculture is considered an asset.
- Willingness to work a rotating shift of early mornings, afternoons, and evenings.

**How to apply**:
Please send your resume.

Greenbelt Dairy thanks all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Work remotely
- No

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $16.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

**Experience**:

- Dairy/Cattle : 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person