Ranchhand: Livestock Care & Feed Specialist

H2ajobs; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-provided housing

Free meals

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking a farm laborer to care for cattle and other live animals on-site. Responsibilities include feeding, watering, herding, and loading, plus maintaining animal records and administering basic medications as needed.

The role requires the ability to work in extreme conditions and lift up to 50 lbs. Housing and meals are provided, with transportation to stores as described in the addendum.

Qualifications

• Must speak and understand English.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to obtain a valid driver's license within 30 days after hire.

Responsibilities

• Attend to live farm and ranch animals, including cattle, feeding, watering, herding, grazing, and loading.
• Maintain records on animals and inspect for diseases or injuries; administer medications or vaccines as appropriate.
• Clean and maintain animal housing areas; inspect, prepare and repair livestock facilities, buildings, pens, yards and fences.
• Lift and move supplies; work in extreme heat, humidity, wind or cold.

Skills

English language

Job description

H2ajobs is seeking a farm laborer to care for cattle and other live animals on-site. Responsibilities include feeding, watering, herding, and loading, plus maintaining animal records and administering basic medications as needed.

The role requires the ability to work in extreme conditions and lift up to 50 lbs. Housing and meals are provided, with transportation to stores as described in the addendum.