A poultry farm in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia, Canada needs poultry farm workers for its broiler and layer barns. This is a full-time role with day shifts on a roster, including some weekend cover, since the birds need care every day of the week. You will work mostly indoors in climate-controlled barns, with some outdoor tasks, so this job suits reliable, hands-on people who are comfortable around live birds and take animal care and hygiene seriously on every shift.
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The farm pays the current Canadian market rate of about CAD 18 to CAD 26 per hour, set by experience, with overtime where it applies. On-farm accommodation is available on some roles. Workers who take on barn-lead duties or handle the automated systems confidently earn toward the higher end, and work-permit or LMIA support may be available for eligible overseas applicants, so the role can suit both local and sponsored workers.
Company Overview
The employer runs a modern poultry operation with well-equipped barns and strict biosecurity and welfare standards in the Fraser Valley, one of Canada’s main poultry regions. It supplies eggs and poultry to the regional market and keeps a steady production cycle through the year, which means consistent hours for its workers. Supervisors train new starters on feeding systems, bird health, and barn hygiene, so beginners settle in quickly even without poultry experience. The barns are climate-controlled and the daily routine is clear and well organised. New workers are paired with experienced hands during their first weeks, and the farm supports those who want to grow into barn-lead or supervisor roles, including help with work permits for the right overseas candidates. The barns are modern and the feeding and ventilation systems are largely automated, so much of the day is steady, routine work once you know the setup. Days off are planned in advance on the roster, which makes it easy to balance work with rest, and the team pulls together during busy clear-outs and new-flock arrivals.
Responsibilities
- Feed and water birds and check the automated feeding systems.
- Monitor bird health and report any sick or distressed birds.
- Collect, grade, and pack eggs where the role requires it.
- Keep barns clean and follow strict biosecurity routines.
- Adjust ventilation, lighting, and temperature controls as directed.
- Move and handle birds calmly during transfers and clear-outs.
- Record feed use, mortality, and production figures.
- Load and unload feed, supplies, and packed product.
- Follow all animal-welfare, hygiene, and safety rules.
Qualifications and Requirements
- You stay fit for active barn work, lifting, and standing for long hours.
- You understand basic English instructions.
- You hold valid Canadian work rights, or you qualify for a work permit with employer support.
- You are comfortable working around live birds.
- Poultry or farm experience helps but is not essential.
- You follow strict hygiene and biosecurity rules without shortcuts.
- You keep reliable attendance on a roster, including some weekends.
- A driver’s licence helps for rural travel.
Benefits and Perks
- Market-rate pay with overtime where it applies.
- On-farm accommodation available on some roles.
- Training in bird care, feeding systems, and barn hygiene.
- Indoor, climate-controlled work for much of the day.
- Protective gear and equipment provided.
- Work-permit or LMIA support for eligible overseas applicants.
- Steady, year-round work with a clear roster.
- Clear paths to barn-lead and supervisor roles.
How to Apply
Send your updated CV to the employer through the official job listing. Mention any poultry, livestock, or farm experience, your work-permit or status, and your start date. The farm favours reliable workers who take hygiene and bird welfare seriously, so make those points clear in your note. If you are dependable, comfortable around birds, and happy with steady indoor barn work, this is a solid role with room to grow into a barn-lead position, and work-permit support for the right overseas candidates.
