Seasonal Calf Ranch Labor (Grand View, ID)

Summary

The day begins early with preparing milk, bottles, and nipples for the morning feeding. Calves are fed, with extra attention given to those needing assistance. Once feeding is complete, milk equipment is thoroughly cleaned. Next, water and grain are provided, which includes spot cleaning and replacing dirty buckets. Bedding is monitored throughout the day and added as needed. Pens and rows are scraped and cleaned according to schedule, often coordinated with calf moves. In the afternoon, calves are fed again following the same process as the morning feeding.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Feed calves bottles according to schedule, per instructions and distribute according to supervisor directions - Clean and sanitize milk bottles/nipples, grain/water buckets, and hutches between use to ensure healthy feeding facilities. - Maintain grounds ensuring that the facility is clean and free of debris both inside and outside. - Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands/fingers to handle, manipulate, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee must frequently work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is regularly exposed to dust, fumes, or airborne particles. The employee frequently works in pens with animals present. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.