Farm and Ranch Livestock Production

Temporary full-time position from 10/15/2026 to 4/30/2027. Pay: $18.48/hour for US workers; $16.68/hour for H-2A workers provided housing (includes $1.80 Adverse Housing Compensation Adjustment).

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks and other equipment to distribute feed to livestock on the range.
• Perform equipment and tire repairs to maintain operational readiness.
• Lift and carry hay bales weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Break ice with a shovel and/or spud bar to ensure livestock water supply.
• Ride horse and/or 4-wheeler to move cattle between pastures.
• Feed livestock supplementary rations and mineral blocks using feeding equipment.
• Operate a tractor with a blade to remove snow and maintain access for workers, equipment, and livestock.
• Operate ranch equipment and perform minor repairs and maintenance.
• Work independently and efficiently without close supervision.
• Perform duties outdoors in extreme cold, snow, and wind, including during blizzard conditions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months’ experience in livestock care or related work.
• Valid driver’s license for hauling feed and back hauls.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Willingness and ability to work in adverse winter conditions, including extreme cold, snow, and wind.
• Self-sufficiency in emergency situations, such as winter blizzards.
• Eligibility for employment in the United States; must provide U.S. employment eligibility and/or identification documents if hired.
• Must be ready, able, willing, and qualified to perform the work.

Benefits

• Increased wage and/or bonus possible depending on experience.