About this role
Petitcodiac Dairy Supply operates a mixed farm near Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, growing feed crops and running a small dairy supply herd. The harvest crew brings in the season's crop and handles the daily feeding and yard work that keeps the operation running.
The day starts early in the barnyard and moves with the weather. You will help with swathing, baling and hauling, load and stack bales, feed and water livestock, and keep equipment and yards clean. Training is provided on the machines you have not run before.
What you'll be doing
- Harvest work. Help swath, bale and haul feed crops through the season.
- Bale handling. Load, stack and move bales by hand and with the tractor.
- Livestock care. Feed, water and check the herd daily and report anything off.
- Yard and equipment. Clean barns and yards and wash down machinery after use.
What they're asking for
- No experience needed. Training is provided on site for all harvest and livestock tasks.
- Physical fitness. The work involves lifting, walking on uneven ground and long days outdoors.
- Outdoor readiness. You must be able to work in heat, dust, wind and cool fall weather.
- Driver's licence. A valid Class 5 licence is an asset for moving between fields and yard.
What the employer offers
- Overtime. Hours over 40 in a week are paid at time and a half.
- Accommodation. A furnished bunkhouse room is available on the farm at low cost.
- Gear. Work gloves and safety equipment are supplied; sturdy boots are your own.
About farm and agriculture work in Canada
What the work is
Farm work covers planting, harvesting, livestock care, packing and equipment operation. It is seasonal across much of Canada, physically demanding, and usually outdoors in extremes of heat and cold. Some employers provide accommodation on or near the farm.
What employers usually ask for
Formal qualifications are rarely needed. Employers look for physical stamina, reliability, and willingness to work long days through harvest. A driving licence or tractor experience is an advantage, and livestock roles usually want some animal-handling experience.
If you are applying from outside Canada
Seasonal agricultural work is often arranged through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, which ties your work permit to one named employer. That limits your ability to change jobs if the arrangement turns out badly, so check the employer carefully before committing. Never pay a recruitment fee for a farm job — charging workers for a job placement is illegal in Canada.