Job description
Language: English (Dutch language skills are considered an asset but are not required)
Dairy Lane Systems Ltd. is seeking an experienced Dairy equipment installer/Dairy Barn Equipment Installer to install, test, maintain and commission dairy farm equipment, manure scraper systems, ventilation systems and other barn equipment at dairy farms throughout Alberta. Dairy Lane Systems Ltd. has provided installation and support services for dairy farm equipment for more than 30 years.
Job Duties
- Install dairy farm equipment, manure scraper systems and other barn equipment.
- Assemble, test and adjust installed systems.
- Troubleshoot installation and operational issues.
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
- Read and follow installation drawings and technical manuals.
- Complete installation documentation.
- Travel to dairy farms throughout Alberta.
Requirements
- Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years of experience installing agricultural, dairy, livestock, manure-handling, ventilation, feeding or similar farm-related equipment.
- Must be capable of independently installing, testing and commissioning dairy, manure-handling and barn equipment at customer farms.
- Mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's licence.
Working Conditions
- Regular travel to customer dairy farms throughout Alberta is required. Depending on project requirements, employees may be required to work at customer farm locations for several consecutive days or weeks.
- Applicants must be comfortable working in active dairy farm environments, including around livestock, manure handling systems, and varying weather and agricultural conditions.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Life insurance after 3 months probation