Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

H2ajobs; Georgetown (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-provided housing

Meals provided

Transportation reimbursement

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking a livestock caretaker to winter and manage livestock, build and move fencing, provide daily feed and water, and monitor for illness or injury. The role includes handling shelters, equipment, and seasonal movement of animals between winter locations, under cold temperatures and variable weather.

Housing and meals are provided by the employer, including access to a kitchen and basic facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak English.
• Minimum 2 months of livestock care experience.
• No CDL or commercial truck driving required.

Responsibilities

• Care for livestock during winter and monitor health.
• Construct, move, and maintain temporary fencing and shelters.
• Provide daily feed and water; observe for illness or injury.
• Assist with seasonal movement of livestock between winter locations.

Skills

English language proficiency

Job description

Duties include caring for and managing livestock during the winter season; constructing, moving, maintaining, and removing temporary fencing; moving livestock and temporary shelters as needed; providing daily feed and water; monitoring livestock for illness, parasites, injury, or disease; administering medication and routine care as needed; maintaining shelters, feeders, waterers, fencing, and other livestock facilities; preparing and maintaining livestock areas for winter conditions; providing adequate bedding and shelter during cold weather; monitoring livestock during periods of freezing temperatures and inclement weather; assisting with winter maintenance and preparation of livestock facilities and equipment; and completing the seasonal movement of livestock to and from winter locations as needed. No CDL Required and no commercial truck driving required.

Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)

Meals: Employer-provided housing includes free and convenient kitchen facilities with appropriate equipment, appliances, cooking accessories, and dishwashing facilities for meal preparation. For workers residing in employer-provided housing, employer also provides free transportation once per week to/from closest town or city for personal errands (e.g., groceries, banking services).

Transport: The employer will permit workers to select any means of transportation they choose and provide reimbursement upon arrival at the farm for all inbound and outbound transportation at no less than the most economical and reasonable common carrier transportation charges for the distance involved. This may include plane, train, bus, or automobile.

Experience wanted: 2 months

Minimum of 2 months of experience is required. Must be able to obtain a driver's license within 30 days of hire. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Extensive pushing and pulling is required. Extensive walking is required. Repetitive movements is required. Workers must have positive verifiable experience relevant to the job and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks. Workers must be able to speak English. Employees must adhere to strict biosecurity, company policies, and food safety guidelines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Certain roles may require a valid drivers license within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record for operating company vehicles. Exceptional performance may be rewarded with additional compensation or benefits at the employers discretion.