Posted 2 months ago
Class 1 Driver & Equipment Operator
@ Kolk Farms Ltd
Alberta
Overview
Kolk Farms Ltd. is hiring an experienced Class 1 driver and equipment operator for its beef operation. The role involves hauling feed and materials and operating loaders, telehandlers and excavators for feedlot maintenance. The posting states a full-time schedule of 6 days on, 1 day off, 5 days on, 2 days off, with dental, disability, extended health, life insurance and an RRSP match.
Responsibilities:
- Haul silage, manure, straw, grain and equipment
- Operate loader, telehandler and bedding equipment for feedlot maintenance
- Operate hoe and excavator
- Perform general equipment maintenance
Requirements summary:
- Current Class 1 licence with clean driver abstract
- 2+ years Class 1 driving in a farm role preferred
- Experience operating a hoe or excavator
- Mechanical and welding skills an asset
- Detail-oriented with clean and safe work habits
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Kolk Farms Ltd
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A family-owned agricultural business dedicated to producing premium beef with quality, care, and commitment.
Full company description
Welcome to Kolk Farms Ltd, a family-owned and operated agricultural business in Southern Alberta. We are dedicated to producing premium beef while fostering a thriving environment for our family, staff, and local community. At Kolk Farms Ltd, we prioritize animal welfare, environmental stewardship, and economic sustainability in our daily operations. Our Great Employees We value our employees even more than the delicious beef we produce. Our goal is to hire and retain the best employees. We view the workplace as a place to be able to grow, learn, laugh and be productive. We as a farm encourage three off-site educational experiences per year as well as on-the-job training opportunities. Tiffin, ACFA conventions, veterinarian seminars, 4H, and Green certificate are just a few of the personal and professional growth opportunities we appreciate.
- LinkedIn followers
- 22
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 14
- Reported office locations
- Township Road 130, Iron Springs, Alberta T0K, CA
- Other recorded names
- Kolk Farms Ltd
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Welcome to Kolk Farms Ltd, a family-owned and operated agricultural business in Southern Alberta. We are dedicated to producing premium beef while fostering a thriving environment for our family, staff, and local community. At Kolk Farms Ltd, we prioritize animal welfare, environmental stewardship, and economic sustainability in our daily operations. Our Great Employees We value our employees even more than the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Farming |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Iron Springs, Alberta |
| Organization type | Self-Owned |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 8 |
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The Opportunity
Kolk Farms Ltd. Is seeking an experienced class 1 driver and equipment operator to join our team! The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a farm-related role and has experience operating hoe/excavator.
About the Company
We are an agricultural operation that strives to profitably and efficiently produce healthy, wholesome beef in an environment that fosters safe, enjoyable and satisfying work for family, staff and local community while encouraging animal welfare, environmental and economic sustainable practices. We value our employees even more than the delicious beef we produce. Our goal is to hire and retain the best employees. We view the workplace as a place to be able to grow, learn, laugh and be productive. We as a farm encourage off-site educational experiences as well as on- the-job training opportunities.
ACFA conventions, veterinarian seminars, and Green certificate are just a few of the personal and professional growth opportunities we appreciate.
Key Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to):
- Hauling silage / manure / straw / grain / equipment
- Operating loader / telehandler / bedding equipment for feedlot maintenance
- Operating hoe and excavator
- Performing general equipment maintenance
Skills:
- Detail-oriented, ability to approach tasks and projects in a detail-oriented manner
- Mechanical and welding skills are considered an asset
- Clean and safe work habits
- Ability to work within a team
Education and Experience Requirements:
- 2+ years of class 1 driving in a farm related role preferred
- Current Class 1 license with clean drivers abstract
Job Type: Full Time
Schedule: 6 days on, 1 day off, 5 days on, 2 days off
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
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