Barn Sanitation and Maintenance (Contract)

Job summary

Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining barns and equipment at breeder farm operations. The role includes operating machinery, installing equipment, and ensuring compliance with animal health and welfare protocols.

Job details

Barn Sanitation and Maintenance – Hanover, ON Location: Hanover, ON Posting Date: September 14, 2026 Application Deadline: September 25, 2026 Job Type: Contract (2-Month) Shift Details: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 6AM-4PM, Friday 6AM-2PM, Weekend On-Call rotation Reason for vacancy: Additional Headcount About Us We’re a carbon-neutral food company on a mission to Raise the Good in Food—through better nutrition, safer workplaces, humane animal care, and sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We also work to reduce food insecurity in Canada. Join us and help build a better future. Position Summary We are seeking a reliable and motivated individual to join our team. Our Barn Sanitation and Maintenance team is responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining barns and equipment at our breeder farm operations. This role also supports general farm duties that may arise throughout the scheduled shift. Weekday and weekend availability is required. Training will be provided to the selected candidate. If you’re looking to be part of an exciting and rewarding career in the agricultural industry, we encourage you to join our team! Key Responsibilities Cleaning company owned Breeder barns and equipment Sanitation of barns and equipment using chemicals Maintenance and repairs to barns and barn equipment Operation of variety of machinery and hand tools Installing new equipment Changing over old equipment Must travel to various farms Moving spiking birds Ensure compliance with animal health and welfare protocols Follow safety and quality standards Perform other duties as assigned What’s in it for you? $27.87- $28.87 per hour (based on progression) All PPE is provided to employees (Boot Reimbursement of $125 after 3 months of service) Qualifications Strong attention to detail and safety Must understand and follow all Animal Welfare/CHEQ/Biosecurity procedures Capable of performing heavy work on a daily basis Able to complete work without supervision Must have experience with hand tools Experience operating equipment (skid steers and Steiner tractors) Able to work in extreme weather hot or cold Able to work longer hours on some days (e.g. early starts and/or late end times) Experience with feeding equipment an asset Poultry background an asset Valid G driver’s license Apply Now Submit your resume via: Email: HRHanover@mapleleaf.com Online portal: We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We champion diversity and inclusion as part of our purpose and vision, living our Leadership Values and driving results. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired. We confirm that AI tools are not utilized in the evaluation or selection of candidates within our hiring process.

What you’ll do

Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining barns and equipment at breeder farm operations. The role includes operating machinery, installing equipment, and ensuring compliance with animal health and welfare protocols.

Requirements

Candidates must have experience with hand tools and equipment operation, specifically skid steers and Steiner tractors. A valid G driver's license and the ability to perform heavy physical work in extreme weather conditions are required.

Benefits

• PPE provided • Boot reimbursement

Listed skills

• Heavy Lifting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Barn Sanitation
• Equipment Maintenance
• Chemical Handling
• Machinery Operation
• Hand Tool Proficiency
• Skid Steer Operation
• Steiner Tractor Operation
• Animal Welfare Protocols
• Biosecurity Procedures
• Heavy Lifting
• Driving

Job areas

• Agriculture
• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Trades