Cattle Herdsperson

Metzger Veterinary Services Professional

Metzger Veterinary Services is a veterinary practice that was established in 2002 by Dr. Ken Metzger, in Linwood, Ontario. We offer a full range of veterinary services including emergency and preventative health consultations. We serve a considerable portion of Ontario’s livestock industry. Providing unparalleled customer service is our top priority.

We are currently seeking to hire a Cattle Herdsperson

Benefit: 3 weeks annual vacation
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: 5200 Ament Line, Linwood, Ontario, N0B 2A0

Details of this position:

– Monday to Friday, with some weekend work during busy season

– Permanent, Full time

– 40 hours a week Minimum

– $30.00/hour

– Health benefits: Dental plan, Health care plan, Vision care benefits

Requirements of this position:

– Handle and move cattle using proper livestock handling techniques.

– Perform livestock identification procedures, including branding, ear tagging, and tattooing.

– Administer implants and assist with livestock processing procedures.

– Prepare, handle, and administer vaccines according to established protocols.

– Perform castration procedures in accordance with animal welfare standards and farm protocols.

– Monitor the health, condition, and behavior of livestock, identifying signs of illness, injury, or distress.

– Recognize and provide treatment for common livestock health issues, and report more serious conditions to management or the attending veterinarian.

– Ensure all farm safety and biosecurity procedures are consistently followed to minimize disease risk and maintain a safe working environment.

– Maintain accurate livestock performance records, including health treatments, breeding information, weights, and production data.

– Maintain quality control and production records to support farm management and regulatory compliance.

– Complete and maintain daily work records, logs, and reports accurately and in a timely manner.

– Assist with general herd management activities and support overall farm operations as required.

– Assist with preparing cattle for export, including sorting, handling, weighing, tagging, and assembling cattle according to export requirements

– Assist with export documentation, livestock identification records, health records, and other paperwork required for cattle shipments.

– Mix and prepare medicated feed according to prescribed dosages, established protocols, and feed safety requirements.

– Produce medicated feed pellets while ensuring proper ingredient mixing, dosage accuracy, and quality control.

– Operate, inspect, clean, and maintain pellet mill machinery and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation

What will you need?
– At least 2 years experience working in Cattle Herding experience;

We are excited to have you join our team! Apply now to metzgerveterinary@gmail.com