On-Site Range Shepherd: Live & Care for Sheep

H2ajobs; Alturas (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-provided housing

Meals provided

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking a range-based livestock hand to attend sheep on the ranch, perform routine health checks, and assist with all phases of sheep production including lambing season. You will work outdoors in varying weather, handle horses and dogs, and help move and care for animals across grazing areas.

Experience with sheep, roping and handling livestock, and the ability to live and work in isolated conditions are required. Housing and meals are provided by the employer as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience with sheep care and range work is required.
• Ability to work independently in remote locations and long hours.
• Must be able to handle livestock, including use of roping methods when needed.

Responsibilities

• Attend sheep on the range and ranch, providing healthcare and monitoring.
• Assist in feeding, watering, and caring for dogs and horses on the property.
• Aid in gathering, sorting, branding, tagging, and transporting sheep and lambs.
• Maintain fences, facilities, and equipment to support safe animal husbandry.
• Record new lambs and monitor health, body condition, and birthing activities.

Skills

Livestock care

Horse handling

Rope handling

Outdoor endurance

Equipment operation

Job description

H2ajobs is seeking a range-based livestock hand to attend sheep on the ranch, perform routine health checks, and assist with all phases of sheep production including lambing season. You will work outdoors in varying weather, handle horses and dogs, and help move and care for animals across grazing areas.

Experience with sheep, roping and handling livestock, and the ability to live and work in isolated conditions are required. Housing and meals are provided by the employer as part of the role.