Kolk Farms Ltd. is actively seeking a qualified Feed Truck Operator to join our team!
Location: Iron Springs
About the Company
We are an agricultural operation that strives to profitably and efficiently produce healthy, wholesome beef in an workplace that fosters protected, enjoyable and satisfying work for family, staff and the local community while encouraging animal welfare and environmental and economic sustainable practices. We value our employees even more than the delicious beef we produce. Our goal is to hire and retain the best employees. We view the workplace as a place to be able to grow, learn, laugh and be productive. We as a farm encourage off-site educational experiences as well as on- the-job training opportunities. ACFA conventions, veterinarian seminars, First Aid, driver upgrade training, and Green certificate are just a few of the personal and skilled growth opportunities we appreciate.
Key Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to):
Safely operate feed truck to deliver feed to cattle on schedule and with precision.
Safely operate front end loader with precision.
Monitor cattle behavior during feeding to ensure proper consumption.
Ensure all feed equipment is clean and maintained regularly.
Maintain accurate feeding records and report any issues or observations to feeding manager.
Understanding of feed ingredients, TMR, feed mills, rollers, conveyors.
Other duties as required.
Skills:
Ability to follow schedules.
Mathematically inclined
Ability to read and write in English proficiently.
Must be able to lift 50lbs +
Physically capable to walk and able to climb in and out of feed truck and payloader.
Dependable, reliable, and show up early.
Attention to detail.
Class 5 drivers license (class 3 considered an asset) with clean drivers abstract.
Schedule: 11 days on, 3 days off
Benefits:
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Life insurance
RRSP match