The position for a livestock labourer on a mixed sheep/grain operation located in east-central
Saskatchewan in the RM of Lipton at NE29-24-13-W2. This is a full-time position. The primary
responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
● basic animal husbandry ie. feeding, handling, vaccinating, etc.
● building/maintaining pens
● preparing animals for transport
● weighing/sorting of animals
● assisting in lambing
● operating machinery for feeding livestock (ex. telehandlers and tractors)
● maintenance and cleaning of machinery and facilities
● hauling silage for use of feed for sheep
The start date of this position is as soon as possible. The wage of this position is $25/hour that
will be paid out at the end of each month. There is a guarantee of 40 hours/week all year round.
The standard work week will be Monday-Friday, but may extend into weekends during busy
production or handling periods. Start and end time will vary with the season. Supper will be
provided if working past 5:30 pm. Extended time off will be available during times of year that
are not busy (ie. end of October, November, beginning of December).
The position comes with a 2-year contract of employment. Extension of contract possible at the
end of term. Termination will occur if the employee conducts themselves in a manner unbefitting
to the farm operation. Examples of such conduct includes, but is not limited to, substance
abuse, theft, aggressive behaviour, continued absence from work without notice or leave, and
misuse or mistreatment of farm animals and equipment.
Employee will be responsible for covering the cost of their own rent, utilities, and groceries.