Student, Farm Worker

1 week ago

Olds, Canada Olds College Full time

**About Olds College of Agriculture & Technology**

Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core programming including continuing education, online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We are passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, agrifood, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

**The Opportunity - Student, Farm Worker**

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Smart Farm and supporting additional activities under the guidance of the Lead Hand, the Student, Farm Worker will ensure that their duties are performed in a safe, effective and efficient manner.

**Key Job Functions**:
Animal Care and Husbandry
- Complete feeding, bedding, and animal care requirements daily
- Assist with calving of the cow herd and lambing of the sheep flock (as trained and qualified)
- Maintain accurate production, health, and treatment records
- Support livestock movement and pasture rotations.

Crop and Field Operations
- Support activities related to crop production
- Assist with cropping field operations as required (and as trained/qualified)

Research and Learning Support
- Assist with research project coordination on the farm
- Set up and assist with student labs and learning activities
- Use technologies and tools (e.g., HerdTrax, SheepTrax) to document important production data

Facility and Equipment Maintenance
- Perform general cleaning and upkeep of farm facilities
- Conduct minor maintenance of facilities and equipment
- Check, repair, and construct fences as required

**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
- Acts ethically, openly, honestly, and respectfully to build and maintain an environment of trust, safety, and well-being

**Conditions of Employment**:

- ** Requires weekend and holiday availability**:

- 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.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the key job functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It is not an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

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