Maintenance Technician

PIC Canada, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Farm Maintenance Technician to perform hands-on repairs, maintain equipment, and recommend improvements to boost efficiency. You'll also support farm operations with barn renovations, equipment installation, and system replacements.  If you're excited about contributing to the future of agriculture, working around animals, and being part of a global leader in swine genetics, this role is perfect for you.

The Farm Maintenance Technician has primary accountability for analyzing equipment failures, troubleshooting and diagnosing problems, performing hands-on repairs, providing technical support, and documenting repairs and maintenance work, including any equipment changes. This role also supports farm operations by assisting with animal care responsibilites, barn renovations, installing and assembling equipment like feeders and penning, and replacing roofing and feed systems as needed.

The position is located in our Carlyle, Saskatchewan location. The salary for this position is $24/hour CAD.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory levels of commonly used parts and supplies
• Maintain accurate record‑keeping within all software platforms, ensuring records are updated weekly
• Assist with implementing maintenance plans to support weekly, monthly, and annual departmental goals
• Support budgeting activities by:
• • Ordering parts and supplies
  • Helping maintain adequate inventory
  • Assisting with CapEx projects as needed

Maintenance & Technical Support

• Provide hands‑on assistance and technical support to farm employees and management, including but not limited to:
  • Assembly and installation of feeders
  • Assisting with barn demolition and renovation projects
  • Helping replace full tin roofs on barns
  • Participating in finisher penning renovations (removal of existing penning and installation of new systems)
  • Assisting with replacement of PVC feed lines with stainless steel feed lines

Facility & Grounds Upkeep

• Maintain seasonal rodent‑control protocols using established bait‑station procedures
• Manage weed control, including the safe operation of spraying tools and herbicide application
• Perform snow removal using heavy machinery during inclement weather
• Safely and effectively operate small hand tools and power tools
• Safely operate farm machinery such as ATVs, skid steers, and tractors with attachments for:
  • Renovation projects
  • Mowing
  • Roof repairs
  • General groundskeeping
  • Assist in maintaining equipment before, during, and after use

Problem-Solving & Emergency Response

• Use sound judgment to identify and resolve day‑to‑day technical or operational issues
• Review farm production schedules, workflows, and systems to understand daily operational activities
• Assist with implementing emergency‑response protocols for system malfunctions
• Help train staff to identify emergencies and follow proper response procedures

Communication & Teamwork

• Communicate effectively with teammates and supervisors to support shared goals and smooth operations

Animal Care Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to the company’s animal‑care standards, including:
  • Providing an environment that meets animals’ needs
  • Ensuring access to clean water and high‑quality feed
  • Supporting humane handling and treatment of animals
  • Assisting with monitoring animal health and following euthanasia protocols when necessary

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure your area of responsibility consistently meets the following:
  • Compliance with the Company’s Safety Program
  • Adherence to biosecurity protocols
  • Compliance with environmental laws and procedures
  • Following all company policies, procedures, and guidelines
  • Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards across the farm
  • Flexibility to adjust plans as needed based on operational demands

Basic Qualifications: (required)

• Must have a minimum of one year of maintenance experience working in an agriculture or manufacturing facility
• Authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship
• Driver’s License with a clean background record
• Strong commitment to teamwork
• Willingness and ability to shower in and out of facility daily
• Ability to follow instructions and deal with standardized situations
• Must be able to work overtime hours per week as needed operationally on weekends, evenings, and holiday work required as needed
• Must be located near the site or open to relocating to the Carlyle area independently

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

PIC, our swine division, currently supplies over 70% of the world’s top pork producers. We directly employ people in 18 countries worldwide, and our products are available in more than 50 countries across the globe. We are a diverse team, ranging from scientists to sales teams, production personnel to customer service, and are all united by a passion for producing nutritious, affordable pork and a commitment to continuous improvement. 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.

At Genus, we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability, extended health, vision, and dental coverage, emergency travel assistance, employee assistance program, H.S.A/W.S.A., retirement plans (RRSP/DPSP), paid holidays and ETO (earned time off). This position will have opportunities for growth. 

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. 

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.