Overview

Calmac Poultry is looking for a reliable, hands-on Farm Operator to support day-to-day operations of a broiler farm. This role is a mix of livestock oversight and general farm work. The right person will take pride in maintaining a clean, well-run operation and ensuring birds are performing at a high level. A high standard of cleanliness and organization across the property is an important part of this role.

Responsibilities
Oversee daily bird health and flock condition
Monitor and adjust barn systems (ventilation, heat, water, feed systems)
Manage flock cycles including chick placements and catch/ship coordination
Maintain biosecurity and barn cleanliness standards
Identify and address issues with birds or equipment early
Perform general farm duties including lawn care, weed control, minor repairs, barn clean out, and snow removal
Operate equipment such as skid steer, payloader, and other farm machinery

Qualifications
Background in farming, livestock, or agriculture preferred
Comfortable operating farm equipment
Mechanically inclined and able to handle basic repairs
Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Takes pride in keeping a farm clean and organized





Work Schedule & Hours
Full-time role with a adaptable, cycle-based schedule
Active flock period (approx. 7 weeks): daily responsibilities including weekends
Typical workload Monday–Friday: 4–6 hours per day, with additional time as needed
Weekends: 2 hours per day
Turnaround period between flocks (approx. 2–3 weeks): significantly reduced workload focused on barn clean out, prep, and general farm upkeep- This period allows for substantial time off between flocks, while still maintaining basic property responsibilities

On-Call Expectations
Must be available to respond to urgent barn issues outside regular working hours (e.g., equipment or system failures)

Compensation

$50,000 - $60,000 annually, depending on experience and fit

Prospect for increases over time based on performance and responsibility

Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Casual dress
In office parking

Application question(s):
Are you within a 30-minute drive?

Experience:
Farming: 1 year (preferred)

Location:
Woodstock, ON (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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