Ranch Hand
Employer
21143 SD Highway 240
Philip,, SD 57567
United States
Job description
Calve out calves during the calving season. Medicate, vaccinate and treat for seasonal sicknesses. Care for newborn calves and nursing mothers during the winter period when they require additional care due to fluctuating temperatures and seasonal sicknesses. Feed cattle during snowy/subfreezing periods when no seasonal pasturelands remain available for them to naturally graze upon. Add dry bedding. Remove snow from farm property. Break ice formation in water tanks daily. Fix and repair fencing damaged by drifting snow. Basic farm maintenance duties such as equipment servicing and shop work.
Special Requirements
Must have 6-months experience in livestock work.