Cattle Farmhand: Feed, Calving & Care (Housing/Meals)

H2ajobs; Woonsocket (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Airfare reimbursement

Daily subsistence allowance

Job summary

H2ajobs in South Dakota seeks a Farmhand to support feeding, bedding, calving, and overall cattle care. You will operate feeder equipment, assist with calving, check water and health, and perform routine maintenance on equipment and facilities.

Requirements include three months of tractor driving and cattle experience, plus English language proficiency for records. Housing and meals are provided; travel reimbursements are available per policy.

Qualifications

• Three months of tractor driving experience with computerized monitors.
• Cattle handling experience, including calving and newborn care.
• Must speak, read, write and understand English for record-keeping and safety.
• Must have a current driver's license or be able to obtain one within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment with towed feeder wagon for feeding and bedding cattle.
• Assist with calving and care for newborn calves.
• Check pens for water, cleanliness, and animal health conditions.
• Grind feed; vaccinate, brand and ear-tag the cattle.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery, grounds, and structures.

Skills

English proficiency

Tractor driving experience

Cattle handling experience

Job description

H2ajobs in South Dakota seeks a Farmhand to support feeding, bedding, calving, and overall cattle care. You will operate feeder equipment, assist with calving, check water and health, and perform routine maintenance on equipment and facilities.

Requirements include three months of tractor driving and cattle experience, plus English language proficiency for records. Housing and meals are provided; travel reimbursements are available per policy.