Winter Range Shepherd — Live-In, On-Call 24/7

H2ajobs; Loma (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Transportation arranged

Job summary

H2ajobs in Colorado is seeking a range herder to care for 800-1000 head flocks across expansive winter ranges. You must endure extreme cold, identify storms, and take precautions to keep sheep, goats, horses, and dogs safe while on the range.

Housing is provided; meals and transportation arranged; 3 months experience; on-call up to 24 hours; more than 50% field work. The role emphasizes good livestock husbandry and safe practices.

Qualifications

• 3 months experience with 800-1000 head flocks.
• Ability to identify storm periods and take precautions to protect livestock.
• Experience handling extreme winter conditions on range to prevent death of livestock.

Responsibilities

• Identify approaching storm periods and take precautions to prevent the herd from drifting against fence lines.
• Monitor snow levels to prevent animals from being paralyzed in deep snow or against fences.
• Distribute emergency supplemental feed and ensure unfrozen water access for animals.
• Live in employer-provided housing; more than 50% of work on the range.

Skills

Range livestock experience

Job description

H2ajobs in Colorado is seeking a range herder to care for 800-1000 head flocks across expansive winter ranges. You must endure extreme cold, identify storms, and take precautions to keep sheep, goats, horses, and dogs safe while on the range.

Housing is provided; meals and transportation arranged; 3 months experience; on-call up to 24 hours; more than 50% field work. The role emphasizes good livestock husbandry and safe practices.