Farm Jobs in Canada with Sponsorship — Abbotsford, BC

Help Raise High-Quality Poultry and Build a Stable Agricultural Career in Beautiful Abbotsford, BC
Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Poultry Farm Worker
Employer: K&R Farm Holdings Ltd
Location: Abbotsford, BC
Wage: $20.18 Per Hour
Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full time
Schedule: Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates

Job Overview
K&R Farm Holdings Ltd is seeking reliable, hardworking Poultry Farm Workers to support its broiler and meat-type chicken production operations in Abbotsford, British Columbia. This opportunity is suitable for individuals interested in poultry farming, animal care, and general agricultural work. The successful candidates will help maintain clean and safe poultry houses, monitor the health and welfare of birds, maintain appropriate barn conditions, and follow established farm safety and biosecurity procedures.

The role involves hands-on farm duties in an environment that may be dusty, hot, noisy, and associated with livestock odours. Applicants should be comfortable with physically demanding work and willing to work different shifts, including weekends. Previous poultry or livestock farming experience is an asset, but formal post-secondary education is not required. On-the-job training will be provided, and staff accommodation is available, subject to arrangements confirmed with the employer.

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, certificate, or diploma required.
• Willingness to learn farm procedures and follow instructions is important.

Experience

• Previous poultry or livestock farming experience is an asset but not mandatory.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Experience in animal handling, farm cleaning, sanitation, or general agricultural labour is beneficial.

Work Site Environment

• Broiler and other meat-type chicken production.
• Chicken farming and livestock care.
• Confined spaces, including poultry barns and chicken houses.
• Dusty, hot, and noisy working conditions.
• Exposure to livestock and manure odours.
• Wet areas during cleaning and wash-down operations.
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions when required.

Work Setting

• Rural agricultural location in Abbotsford, BC.
• Staff accommodation available, with details to be confirmed directly with the employer.
• Public transportation is not available in the work area.
• Applicants should arrange suitable transportation, such as a personal vehicle or carpooling.
• Work takes place in poultry barns, pens, chicken houses, and other farm work areas.

Key Responsibilities (Tasks)

• Clear and collect brush, waste, and debris from fields, pens, and other work areas.
• Clean stables, barns, barnyards, poultry houses, and pens according to established schedules.
• Disinfect poultry houses, barns, and pens to maintain cleanliness and support disease prevention.
• Keep work areas, hallways, and equipment spaces clean, orderly, and safe.
• Handle poultry carefully and humanely during routine farm activities.
• Monitor the health and condition of birds by observing their behaviour, activity, feed intake, and physical appearance.
• Report signs of illness, injury, unusual behaviour, or other animal health concerns to supervisors.
• Assist with catching, moving, sorting, and handling birds as required.
• Follow farm safety, hygiene, and biosecurity procedures at all times.
• Use designated clothing, footwear, and disinfectant stations when entering poultry housing, as required by farm protocols.
• Follow procedures designed to prevent the introduction and spread of poultry diseases.
• Report safety hazards, equipment problems, and potential biosecurity breaches promptly.
• Set up, check, and monitor water lines to ensure proper water flow and access for birds.
• Monitor airflow, ventilation, and temperature in barns, pens, and chicken coops.
• Make basic adjustments to farm systems when instructed and authorized.
• Check fans, heaters, controllers, feeders, drinkers, and related equipment, reporting malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with basic maintenance of farm buildings, feeders, drinkers, and other poultry equipment.
• Follow instructions for cleaning, handling disinfectants, and maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Perform general farm duties assigned by supervisors or farm managers.
• Assist with seasonal activities and other poultry production tasks as required.

Experience and Specialization

• Area of specialization: Poultry farming.
• Knowledge of broiler chicken production is an asset.
• Familiarity with poultry handling, barn cleaning, sanitation, and animal health monitoring is beneficial.
• Willingness to learn ventilation, water-line monitoring, and biosecurity procedures is important.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Physically demanding work requiring stamina and the ability to perform manual tasks.
• Handling heavy loads, including feed bags, equipment, and crates when required.
• Ability to manage a substantial workload and complete repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Standing for extended periods while monitoring birds or cleaning facilities.
• Regular walking around poultry barns and farm work areas.
• A combination of sitting, standing, and walking as duties require.
• Frequent bending, crouching, and kneeling.
• Good hand-eye coordination when handling poultry and using farm equipment.
• Ability to work in dusty, hot, noisy, and odorous environments.
• Willingness to work morning, day, evening, night, and weekend shifts as scheduled.

Health and Safety

• Follow all workplace safety, animal-handling, sanitation, and biosecurity procedures.
• Use personal protective equipment, such as coveralls, boots, masks, and gloves, as required.
• Follow instructions for the safe handling and use of disinfectants and cleaning products.
• Maintain personal hygiene and follow farm-specific protocols when entering or leaving poultry housing.
• Report hazards, equipment defects, and unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Participate in required workplace safety and farm procedure training.

Personal Suitability

• Organized: Able to follow daily routines, cleaning schedules, and farm procedures.
• Team Player: Works cooperatively with coworkers and follows instructions from supervisors.
• Flexible: Able to adapt to changing farm duties, production needs, and shift schedules.
• Reliable: Demonstrates punctuality, consistent attendance, and responsibility.
• Hardworking: Willing to perform physical labour and complete assigned duties carefully.
• Responsible: Takes animal welfare, hygiene, and workplace safety seriously.
• Observant: Notices changes in poultry health, barn conditions, and equipment performance.
• Adaptable: Comfortable learning new tasks and working in different farm conditions.
• Independent: Able to complete routine duties with appropriate training and supervision.
• Safety-Conscious: Follows established procedures and reports hazards promptly.

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Hourly wage of $20.18.
• Staff accommodation available, subject to details confirmed by the employer.
• On-the-job training in poultry production and farm operations.
• Opportunity to develop practical skills in poultry care, livestock handling, sanitation, and biosecurity.
• Opportunity to gain Canadian agricultural work experience.
• LMIA sponsorship available for qualified international candidates, subject to applicable requirements.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Someone willing to work in poultry farming and learn practical animal-care skills.
• An applicant comfortable with physical work and routine cleaning duties.
• A dependable individual who can follow safety instructions and farm procedures.
• Someone able to work in environments involving dust, noise, heat, and livestock odours.
• A cooperative team member who can also complete routine duties independently after training.
• An applicant seeking stable, long-term employment in the agricultural sector.

Who Can Apply to This Job?

• Canadian citizens.
• Permanent residents of Canada.
• Temporary residents of Canada who are authorized to work in Canada.
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit, subject to applicable Canadian employment and immigration requirements.
• International candidates may be considered for LMIA sponsorship 

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website