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Take a Hands-On Herd Role in Rural Manitoba with Calving, Milking, Feeding Programs, and Modern Dairy Systems
Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Dairy Herdsperson
Employer: Aletta Holsteins
Location: Linden, MB
Wage: $20.09 Per Hour
Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full time
Schedule: Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Flexible hours, Overtime available
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates

Job Overview
Aletta Holsteins is hiring a Dairy Herdsperson to support daily herd care and dairy production in Linden, Manitoba. This role is ideal for someone with practical dairy experience who can work independently, follow time-sensitive routines, and take responsibility for herd health, feeding programs, and production records. You will assist with calving, milking, animal health monitoring and treatment, breeding and AI support, hoof trimming and lameness prevention, barn environmental controls, equipment operation, and sanitation and bio-security procedures. Staff accommodation/on-site housing options and free parking are available, making this a strong long-term opportunity for candidates seeking stable employment in Canadian dairy farming with LMIA sponsorship available for eligible international applicants.

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year of relevant dairy/livestock experience

Work Site Environment

Outdoors and indoor barn environments
Dangerous, dusty, noisy, wet/damp, dirty conditions with livestock odours
Dairy and livestock setting in all weather conditions

Work Setting

Rural area
Staff accommodation available
Various locations as required by farm operations

Area of Specialization

Dairy cattle
Cattle breeding
Animal husbandry

Equipment and Machinery Experience (Assets)

Milking system (automated)
Feeding and watering system
Automated manure handling or storage system
Storage and silage system
Bulk handling system and bulk grain/feed handling (automated)
Automated environmental control equipment
Tractor, farm truck, loader, skidsteer
Forage equipment, manure spreader, swather
Hand tools

Key Responsibilities (Tasks)

Monitor animal health daily, diagnose livestock health issues, and report/escalate concerns as needed
Treat livestock health issues as directed and within farm protocols
Monitor the calving process and support calving management, including preparing clean, safe calving areas
Milk cows and support automated milking routines with strong attention to hygiene and animal comfort
Formulate feeding program and perform livestock feeding according to schedules and herd needs
Direct farm feed inventory activities, track and report current feed inventory, and support automated feed handling systems
Feed and tend animals and perform animal grooming activities as required
Carry out pasture or pen breeding programs and conduct artificial insemination and related livestock procedures as assigned
Prevent and treat lameness by hoof trimming and monitor mobility/comfort of animals
Set and monitor water lines, airflow, and temperature in barns and pens using environmental control systems
Disinfect pens, barns, or poultry houses as required and maintain sanitation standards
Clean stables, barns, barnyards, and pens and maintain organized, safe work areas
Maintain livestock performance records, quality control records, and production records accurately
Maintain work records and logs and support daily reporting requirements
Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock, and poultry and report issues promptly
Harvest crops and perform general farm duties as required
Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment; perform routine checks and report malfunctions
Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed consistently by all staff

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Ability to work independently and maintain consistent routines
Fast-paced environment with time-sensitive tasks (milking, feeding, calving, treatments)
Work under pressure during calving, health events, and seasonal peaks
Physically demanding work with repetitive tasks and handling heavy loads
Combination of sitting, standing, and walking throughout shifts
Strong attention to detail required for animal health, record keeping, and system monitoring
Sound discrimination required to recognize alarms, equipment noises, and changes in animal sounds/behaviour

Personal Suitability

Reliable and dependable with strong attendance (livestock care is required every day)
Excellent oral communication and efficient interpersonal skills
Organized with strong routine-following skills and accurate record keeping
Team player who collaborates well and supports a respectful farm culture
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, overtime, and weekend work
Strong judgement and safety-first mindset around animals, machinery, and bio-security
Quick learner with willingness to train on automated systems and farm procedures
Calm under pressure, especially during calving and urgent health issues

Benefits