Range Shepherd: Expert Sheep Herding & Care

H2ajobs; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

H2ajobs in Utah is seeking a range attendant to care for flocks on the range and ranch. You will handle feeding, watering, animal monitoring, pasture management, and transporting livestock as needed, prioritizing safety and welfare.

Applicants should have at least 6 months of livestock experience, be prepared for long hours outdoors in all weather, and be able to live and work in remote locations if required. Reliable, physically fit individuals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 6 months of livestock or ranch experience preferred.
• Willingness to work long hours outdoors in all weather.
• Ability to live and work in remote locations if required.

Responsibilities

• Attend sheep on range and ranch; feed, water, and monitor health.
• Assist with tagging, docking, lambing checks, and care of newborns.
• Flag and control animals, move flocks between grazing areas.
• Maintain fences, collect records, and report conditions to rancher.
• Protect livestock from predators and manage basic health needs.

Skills

Animal handling

Livestock care

Herding

Equipment operation

Watering animals

Feeding livestock

Vaccination (basic)

Record keeping

Tools

Farm tools

Job description

H2ajobs in Utah is seeking a range attendant to care for flocks on the range and ranch. You will handle feeding, watering, animal monitoring, pasture management, and transporting livestock as needed, prioritizing safety and welfare.

Applicants should have at least 6 months of livestock experience, be prepared for long hours outdoors in all weather, and be able to live and work in remote locations if required. Reliable, physically fit individuals are encouraged to apply.