Livestock Farmhand — Housing Provided & Field Work

H2ajobs; Mason (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking workers for farm labor activities in Texas. Responsibilities include feeding, nursing, and monitoring livestock, herding animals to pastures or enclosures, and assisting with veterinary-related tasks as needed.

Employees will mark livestock ownership, transport feed, operate farm equipment, and maintain stalls and pens. Weekend or holiday work may be required; housing/meals are often provided in farm roles.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Experience with farm tasks for at least 3 months preferred.
• Must be able to obtain a valid US Driver's License within 2 weeks of reporting to work.

Responsibilities

• Feed and water livestock and monitor food and water supplies.
• Herd livestock to pastures or enclosures.
• Examine animals for illness or injury and assist with medical needs.
• Mark livestock for ownership using brands, tags, or tattoos.
• Transport feed using trucks and tractors and clean barns and equipment.
• Operate tractors and related machinery for crop planting and maintenance.
• Work in various weather conditions; weekend/holiday work possible.

Skills

Lift 65 lbs

Farm labor experience

Job description

H2ajobs is seeking workers for farm labor activities in Texas. Responsibilities include feeding, nursing, and monitoring livestock, herding animals to pastures or enclosures, and assisting with veterinary-related tasks as needed.

Employees will mark livestock ownership, transport feed, operate farm equipment, and maintain stalls and pens. Weekend or holiday work may be required; housing/meals are often provided in farm roles.