Livestock Pen Rider/ Processor

2 weeks ago


Bethune, Canada Buffalo Plains Cattle Co. Full time

Seeking motivated individual to join our pen riding/heard health/processing team at our 25,000 head beef feedlot near Bethune, SK. Duties may include but are not limited to:
Riding pens daily regardless of weather conditions to monitor animal health

Induction of new cattle

Diagnosing health concerns & treating accordingly

Computer data entry in regards to treatments done on animals

May operate farm machinery such as a tractor and skid steer

It is preferred if applicants provide their own horse(s) for pen riding but not necessary. The feedlot pays for the hay for feed, a bi-weekly horse allowance is provided in addition to a farrier cost allowance. Prior livestock and herd health experience preferred. Must be fluent in English.

We offer an excellent comprehensive medical and dental benefit package after 3 months and an employer paid pension plan after one year. Starting wage based on experience. Employee housing is available to rent close by.

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 45 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift

Application question(s):

- Must already be a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-05-01