About this role
The University of Guelph is seeking a full-time Beef Research Herdsperson. In this role, you will be accountable for all aspects of Beef animal husbandry, production and research needs for cow/calf, feedlot and pasture management. This position will require current working knowledge and skills identifying and addressing beef specific diseases, knowledge of proper treatments and drug handling, meat withdrawal times, record keeping, penalties; handling and restraint techniques; understanding cow behaviour with a new calf, calving procedures, identifying calving problems, treatment of neo natal calf, identification, and registration requirements. Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent will ensure proper pasture management, operation and maintenance of water and fencing systems, as well as feed lot management and integration of random source animals coming into group. General duties include:Feed management, storage, delivery and managing nutritional requirements for all ages of beef cattleOperation and maintenance of feeding equipment and computerized feeding systems, such as manure handling, production related equipment, operation of tractors and skid steers, etc.Experience in the safe operation of large trucks and trailersRoutine facility maintenance and upkeep, and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in barns, labs, offices, and shared facilities.Assisting researchers, collecting research data, samples, observationsFollowing research procedures and animal utilization protocols, preparing, and feeding of research feedsKnowledge to work in accordance with all Health and Safety precautions and procedures Requirements2 years of relevant work experience. This experience must include a full range of responsibilities encountered in a modern, commercial beef operation. Applicants with equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAdaptable, dependable, a quick learner, and highly organizedDemonstrated ability to take initiative to learn, understand and complete all elements of the role, with ability to work well independently and with other staff in a team settingMust be safety conscious, computer literate and attentive to detailFirst Aid and CPR certification preferred A valid Class G driver's license minimum with higher license endorsements or ability to obtain is required. The incumbent is expected to work in all areas of responsibility at the Beef facility as assigned. Normal work week is 40 hours; individual shifts are 8 hours and includes working weekends and holidays as scheduled. The incumbent is also expected to be flexible to cover workloads during peak periods, weekends, vacation schedules or emergency staff shortages. All positions require physical strength and stamina. Interested in joining our Team? Submit your application by clicking on APPLY TO THIS POSITION.