General Farm Worker (Swine)

Role Overview

County Line Swine is hiring one permanent, full-time general farm worker for its rural swine operation in Adelaide Metcalfe, Ontario. This is an in-person role at the farm located at 1092 Melwood St., Alvinston. The workplace operates in English.

Work Schedule

Weekend availability is essential, including Sundays. Every third weekend is a shorter shift.

Key Duties

• Feed and care for farrowing sows.
• Handle piglet litters and support piglet care through weaning.
• Wash, clean, and disinfect rooms and farm areas.
• Provide attentive care to sows and piglets.
• Watch animals closely for signs of illness or injury.
• Check that ventilation and temperature remain suitable.
• Follow farm safety rules and biosecurity procedures.
• Carry out general farm tasks as needed.

Work Conditions

• Ability to lift heavy items is required.
• Familiarity with animal behavior is important for the role.
• Work takes place in barns and may involve exposure to dust and odors.

Experience and Education

No formal education is required. Applicants should have 7 months to 1 year of relevant experience and strong observation skills.

Pay

The position pays $19 per hour.

Application Support

Application details are available only to logged-in users. If you need help with a resume or access to a computer or the internet, support is available through Community Employment Choices (CEC) at 16 B Second Street, Strathroy, or by calling 1-888-478-2111 ext. 200. CEC is a free Employment Ontario service provider and non-profit agency that supports job seekers and employers through provincially funded programs, offering job training information, career planning, job search support, job placement help, incentives, and referrals to community resources.