Toronto and Campbellford area, Ontario
Lactanet is accepting applications for a part-time contract, on-farm Dairy Production Technician DPT. Candidates should enjoy working alongside dairy cows within a farm environment, overseeing their schedule, and rural road travel. This is a union position.
Dairy Production Technician →Position Overview
- Visit dairy farms daily at variable hours to sample milk, collect data, and promote our dairy herd improvement services to Lactanet customers. Working hours will include early mornings and evenings
- Assist and provide information to Lactanet customers about the interpretation and application of data collected
- From your home office, you will independently arrange your administrative, travel and scheduling tasks
- Actively participate in the job training provided
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma in agriculture great asset
- Practical knowledge and working experience in the dairy industry
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with computers with residential high speed Internet
- Valid driver’s license with dependable transportation
- Being a resident within your circuit area
- Ability to occasionally lift to 58 lbs
Working Conditions
The work is mainly done on the farm at milking time, and some work is done from home. Allowance for mileage, Internet, and cell phone. This position will require traveling between Toronto and Campbellford area. Overnight stays might be required. The hourly wage is $23.24.
The benefits of working at Lactanet include:
- Employee Assistant Program
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
- Mileage, Internet & Cellphone allowance
- Clothing allowance
- All equipment provided
