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Summer Student Position - Dairy Farm
Company Information
Name: W. Gillan Farms
City: Pakenham Province: Ontario
Contact: Jen Gillan
Email: jgillan0067@gmail.com
Description
We are looking for a motivated student to join our team this summer!
W. Gillan Farms is a robotic dairy operation located in Pakenham, just west of Ottawa. We are seeking a reliable and hardworking individual to assist with daily farm operations.
Responsibilities include:
? Cleaning and maintaining milking robots
? Tidying stalls and crosswalks
? Fetching cows
? Assisting with general cow and calf care
? Other responsibilities appropriate to your skillset
Ideal candidate:
? Calm and patient with animals
? Strong attention to detail
? Good communication skills
? Able to work independently and with others
? This role involves physical labour, including lifting and bending
? Has a valid drivers license and own transportation
Experience working with dairy cows and operating a skid steer is considered an asset, but not required.
Schedule:
? Monday to Friday: 6:00–11:00 AM and 3:00–5:30 PM
? Every other weekend: 6:00–8:30 AM and 3:00–5:30 PM
Competitive wages. Independent off-site housing is available if required.
More hours are available for the right candidate.
Can start as soon as you are available.
How to apply: Please email your resume to jgillan0067@gmail.com
Deadline: Apr 20,2026
Posted: Mar 30, 2026