Farm Worker 1

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada The University of British Columbia Full time
Job Summary
Performs twice daily milking and feeding of the dairy herd or performs fieldwork. Due to the nature of the position, scheduling of duties on weekends and holidays is necessary. In addition, the time required to perform duties of the position is expected to vary from day to day.

Organizational Status
Works with other Farm Workers and students under the general supervision of the Manager.

Work Performed

A. Milking:
-Milks ~235 cows twice daily according to the established schedule as determined by the Manager in consultation with staff.
-Assures high milk quality and sanitation.
-Collects milk samples for research purposes.
-Separates milk from treated cows as required.
-Assists with calving.
-Diagnoses and treats cow disorders, particularly udder problems.
-Monitors and maintains milking and related equipment.
-Communicates problems to the Manager and discusses corrective action.

B. Animal Husbandry
-Maintains animals according to the guidelines of the Canadian Council on Animal Care.
-Mixes and feeds rations to animals in all age groups.
-Performs estrus detection and artificial insemination.
-Dehorns and trims hoofs as required.
-Cleans and maintains barns.
-Maintains husbandry equipment in good and clean operating condition
-Assists with research projects related to the dairy herd
-Maintains accurate records

C. Fieldwork
-Performs fieldwork including operating a full range of farm equipment required for manure spreading, fertilizing, cultivating, seeding, and harvesting.
-Performs maintenance and minor repairs to farm equipment
-Assists with research experiments related to fieldwork.
-Performs other related duties as required.


Consequence of Error/Judgement

Inappropriate care and treatment of animals would result in loss of net income due to reduced production, possible loss of expensive research animals, and endanger other animals or people handling animals. In each case, research projects and the reputation of the Centre would be compromised.

Inadequate maintenance or incorrect use of equipment or failure to repair equipment could compromise staff, student and animal safety as well as the integrity of the research programs. In addition, such failures of good practice will reduce net income.


Supervision Received
Works under the general supervision of the Manager, receiving direction from the Farm Worker 2s.

Supervision Given
None.

Minimum Qualifications

Grade 12 Education. Diploma in Animal Husbandry, Agronomy or Mechanics. Artificial Insemination certificate is desirable. 1 years relevant experience.

- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own

- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Good knowledge of dairy cattle behavior and currently accepted milking handling practices including knowledge of milking machines and milk handling systems. Ability to recognize and treat health problems in dairy cattle and handle calving problems. Experience in operating various types of farm equipment, troubleshooting and carrying out minor equipment repairs. Willingness to accept and adopt new technologies and procedures. Ability to work independently as part of the Centre's research support team to and delegate effectively. Good manual dexterity. Attention to detail, ability to maintain accurate records. Class 5 driver's license preferred.

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