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Agricultural Technician

Lakeland College12 days ago
Vermilion, AB
CA$50,198 - CA$63,259/year
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Generous benefit package
Pension plan

About the role

As a global leader in student-managed learning opportunities, we are committed to developing leaders at Lakeland College. It’s something we excel at because of our exceptional team. Their passion and commitment to academic excellence, innovation and achievement is what sets Lakeland apart, as an educator and an employer. Join our team and be part of helping our students take the lead not only into the future, but today.

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable Agricultural Technician Mixed Farm Operations**,**to support daily operations across all Lakeland College Student Managed Farm units (beef, equine, bison, dairy & crops). This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a variety of tasks, has a strong work ethic, and is passionate about agriculture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with daily livestock care, including feeding, health monitoring, and maintaining clean, organized facilities.
  • Support field operations such as seeding, spraying, harvesting (grain and silage), baling, and rock-picking.
  • Operate, maintain, and perform basic repairs on farm equipment and machinery.
  • Engage with students during hands-on learning activities, demonstrating safe and effective farm practices.
  • Collaborate with staff during peak seasons to move equipment, handle seed and fertilizer, and support seasonal priorities.
  • Assist with fencing, infrastructure maintenance, and general farm duties as required.
  • Conduct farm tours and help facilitate student projects and experiential learning opportunities.

Job Requirements

  • Post-secondary two-year diploma in agriculture related education.
  • Experience working with beef cattle and calving.
  • Experience operating farm equipment.
  • Manual labour is required.
  • On call, shift work, weekend and/or early or late hours may be required.
  • Valid drivers' license.

Additional Information

This is a Full-time Permanent AUPE appointment at the Vermilion campus commencing as soon as possible. The current salary range is $50,198 - $63,259 per annum and includes a generous benefit package and pension plan.

Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. All resumes are to be submitted electronically on our website www.Lakelandcollege.ca

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Lakeland College

Education
201-500

Lakeland College's Emergency Training Centre (ETC) has provided fire and emergency services training since 1959 and is one of the premier facilities in Canada.