Farm/irrigation/livestock Worker
Employer
38525 Highway 278
Jackson, MT 59736
United States
Job description
Worker will be required to perform a variety of duties related to the production of pasture and cattle. The majority of the work activities during the overall contract period, however, will be related to general farmwork.
General Farm Work will include the following responsibilities: maintain, drive, attach and operate farm implements/tractors/equipment to till soil, plant, cultivate, fertilize and harvest crops; make minor mechanical adjustments and repairs on farm machinery; may mix and/or spray chemicals (according to appropriate restrictive use laws, when/if applicable); remove undesirable and excess growth from crops or farm grounds; paint/repair farm structures; replace/repair fencing; perform general clean up of farm areas; maintain buildings and headquarter grounds; operate motor bike or all-terrain vehicle in the course of performing duties.
Flood Irrigation:
Shovel and pack dirt in low spots of embankment or cut trenches in high areas to direct water flow.
Other duties as assigned, include: mix feed/additives and feed/water livestock; place mineral blocks; mix and haul livestock mineral; open/close gates to sort cattle.
Special Requirements
Applicants must have 20 days experience with farm/irrigation work and livestock care. Applicants hired must be able to obtain a valid drivers license as driving on public roads may be required.