On-Range Livestock Herding & Care Specialist

H2ajobs; Ismay (MT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided (three meals/day)

Transportation provided

Job summary

H2ajobs in Montana is seeking a ranch hand to care for livestock on the range and at the ranch, spending extended periods in remote outdoor conditions. Responsibilities include medication administration, assisting with loading/unloading livestock, night checks on pregnant livestock and newborns, and maintaining fences and equipment.

The role requires at least 6 months of livestock experience, comfort with horses, and ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• 6 months or more experience in livestock care on a range.
• Ability to ride and tend horses and cattle safely.
• Comfort living in remote, outdoor farm environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treat injuries as needed.
• Assist with loading/unloading livestock per shipping schedules.
• Monitor pregnant livestock and newborn offspring, including night checks.
• Maintain fencing, facilities and farm equipment.
• Feed, water, and tend to dogs and horses; guard against hazards.
• Identify illnesses, administer medications, and monitor weight gain.
• Record new offspring births accurately.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Livestock handling

Horse riding

Record keeping

Farm equipment operation

Job description

H2ajobs in Montana is seeking a ranch hand to care for livestock on the range and at the ranch, spending extended periods in remote outdoor conditions. Responsibilities include medication administration, assisting with loading/unloading livestock, night checks on pregnant livestock and newborns, and maintaining fences and equipment.

The role requires at least 6 months of livestock experience, comfort with horses, and ability to work outdoors in all weather.