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Ruminant Animal Agricultural Technician
Job in
Truro, Nova Scotia, B2N, Canada
Listed on 2026-10-23
Listing for:
Dalhousie University
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-23
Job specializations:
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Agriculture / Farming, Animal / Pet Care, Horticulture
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Support dairy and sheep operations as an Agricultural Technician at Dalhousie University’s Agricultural Campus in Truro, Nova Scotia. Apply livestock care and data skills on campus.
This temporary, full-time technician supports the Ruminant Animal Centre and AC Farm. Reporting to operations managers and directed by the Ruminant Coordinator, the position advances teaching and research objectives. Duties cover animal husbandry, production data, equipment, facilities, and technical assistance. The contract lasts three months.
Key Responsibilities:- Care for dairy herds and sheep flocks daily
- Manage breeding, nutrition, pasture, housing, and animal welfare
- Collect and maintain production and management data
- Operate equipment and document maintenance and repairs
- Assist faculty, students, and staff with ruminant operations
- Diploma in agriculture, animal science, or related field
- Approximately two to three years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of ruminant production and agricultural equipment
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and smartphone applications
- Valid Class 5 Nova Scotia driver’s license
Bring ruminant production, animal husbandry, data collection, and equipment skills to Dalhousie’s Agricultural Campus operations.
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