Winter Range Shepherd: Expert Flock Care in Extreme Cold

H2ajobs; Olathe (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing (employer-provided)

Meals provided

Transport to site

Job summary

H2ajobs in Colorado seeks a range herder to care for 800-1000 head of livestock. You will manage winter conditions, ensure unfrozen water, distribute feed, and protect animals from predators. Lambing, docking, and branding may be required.

The role includes living on range housing with meals provided, and on-site tasks like moving flocks and maintaining water lines. 51%+ range-based work expected.

Qualifications

• 3 months experience with 800-1000 head flocks.
• Ability to identify approaching storms and take precautions.
• Experience handling extreme winter conditions on range.

Responsibilities

• Move pregnant ewes to lambing grounds and assist during labor.
• Assist in lambing, docking, and shearing as needed.
• Provide water and supplemental feed; monitor nutrition and water supply in freezing temperatures.

Skills

Livestock handling

Rangeland experience

Snow/winter care

Job description

H2ajobs in Colorado seeks a range herder to care for 800-1000 head of livestock. You will manage winter conditions, ensure unfrozen water, distribute feed, and protect animals from predators. Lambing, docking, and branding may be required.

The role includes living on range housing with meals provided, and on-site tasks like moving flocks and maintaining water lines. 51%+ range-based work expected.