Livestock Worker/Ranch Hand ID- 10480

About the position

The Livestock Worker/Ranch Hand position at K D Farm & Ranch involves a variety of tasks related to the care and management of cattle on the ranch. The role is essential for ensuring the health and well-being of the livestock, particularly during critical periods such as calving season. The worker will be responsible for feeding, watering, and inspecting cattle, as well as maintaining equipment and facilities necessary for ranch operations.

Responsibilities

  • Moving cattle home from milo stalks beginning in December to calving pasture
  • Administering medications and vaccinations
  • Maintaining cattle feed and water equipment
  • Feeding and watering cattle
  • Inspecting cattle for illness and injuries
  • Maintaining winter grazing fences
  • Prepping ranch barn and grounds for freeze
  • Opening frozen water tanks
  • Snow removal
  • Assisting with calving from late January through March
  • Bringing newborn calves into sheds to avoid freezing
  • Conducting pregnancy checks
  • Cleaning barns
  • Branding cattle
  • Mixing feed and supplements
  • Hauling hay for feed
  • Moving cattle to summer pastures late March

Requirements

  • Experience in livestock handling and care
  • Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in various weather conditions
  • Knowledge of cattle health and nutrition
  • Basic veterinary skills for administering medications and vaccinations

Nice-to-haves

Benefits

  • Employer-provided housing with kitchen facilities
  • Free transportation to/from the closest town for personal errands
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