Winter Range Cattle Herding Specialist

Jack Creek Land & Cattle Company; Saratoga (WY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

H2ajobs is seeking ranch hands to care for livestock on Wyoming's range. You will attend to cattle, provide minor medical care, assist with branding and tagging, and ensure proper feeding and water access across varying terrain.

Responsibilities include herding, maintaining fences, moving cattle to water, and living or working in remote locations with limited supervision. Experience preferred (about 6 months).

Qualifications

• Experience wanted: 6 months.
• Must be able to spend the majority of workdays on the range and perform duties capably with minimal supervision.
• Live or work singly or in small groups in isolated areas for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Attend livestock on the range: administer minor medical care, assist with vaccines and injuries, feed and water cattle, brand and identify young animals, and maintain fencing and meadowland.
• Herd and trail cows to water sources, protect pregnant cattle from harsh weather, and report conditions to the employer.
• Operate camp logistics including water provisioning, shelter creation, and basic equipment maintenance.

Job description

H2ajobs is seeking ranch hands to care for livestock on Wyoming's range. You will attend to cattle, provide minor medical care, assist with branding and tagging, and ensure proper feeding and water access across varying terrain.

Responsibilities include herding, maintaining fences, moving cattle to water, and living or working in remote locations with limited supervision. Experience preferred (about 6 months).