Farmworker/laborer
Employer
503 Trainer Wuest Rd
Blanco, TX 78606
United States
Job description
This is a seasonal agricultural position involving general ranch labor on an exotic game ranch with cattle during periods of peak need. Workers will operate farm equipment such as tractors, ATVs, pickup trucks, shredders, other basic farm machinery and livestock handling equipment for agricultural purposes only; feed and water livestock and exotic animals; may participate in irrigation activities, provide basic animal care, including handling, medicating, and vaccinating animals; clean and maintain pens, barns, water troughs, and related farm facilities; repair and maintain fences; mow, weed eat, spray weeds, and perform general grounds maintenance; ability to operate a chainsaw and assist with the repair and upkeep of ranch buildings, corrals, tools, and equipment. Workers will perform routine seasonal ranch duties necessary for the care of animals and maintenance of the ranch. During the slow season, the employer will assume responsibility for reduced animal management needs and routine herd oversight. Workers should have 2 months of verifiable experience working with livestock.
Special Requirements
Hours listed in Section A.6 are the anticipated hours to be worked. The employer may request additional work hours based on weather conditions, crop delay, pests or disease, crop yield, available labor, and or productivity. Use of electronic devices during work hours is restricted to emergencies only.