Lactanet is accepting applications for an 18 months contract on-farm Dairy Production Technician DPT position. You will be covering a leave of absence in the Campbellford area of Ontario. Candidates must enjoy working with dairy cows in a farm environment, supervising their schedule and traveling on country roads. This is a unionized 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 cellphone. 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