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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

1

Job Duties:

We are a small sheep farm with a herd of 150 registered White Dorper ewes. Our ewes lamb from from May to January. Lambs born in sub-zero weather for the Easter market and other religious holidays need extra care. Lambing is the highest risk time for the mother ewe and although lambing in warm weather eases that risk, the increased risk of disease and predators necessitates additional care for both ewe and lamb. The result is a very seasonal work load of raising lambs. Duties and Tasks: Perform all work as directed. Works closely with the owner to evaluate and develop ranch infrastructure and adopt company operating procedures to the operation. Ability to work outside in all types of inclement weather. Attend to live animals that may include cattle, sheep, swine, goats, horses and other equines, dogs, and any other animal housed on the ranch. Duties may include feeding, watering, herding, grazing, castrating, tagging, weighing, catching, and loading animals. Maintain a BCS of 5 or better on 75% of unit sheep with minimal BCS 3. Track gains on Breeding stock, feeders, and replacement ewes during all development phases. Accomplish the activities listed on the Sheep Calendar of Events within the specified times. May assist with maintaining records on animals; examine animals to detect diseases and injuries; assist in birth deliveries; and administer medications, vaccinations, or insecticides as appropriate. Ability to drive the tractor and maintain pastures in between grazings. May assist veterinarian or other professionals in order to care for animals. May clean and maintain animal housing areas. Ability to throw and stack hay. Ability to work overnight during lambing season, if needed. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Keep all unit fences, ewe pens, facilities, and equipment neat, clean, and in good repair. Keep the farm neat and tidy and ready for any state, vendor, or customer inspection at all times. License: Maintain an active, unrestricted NYS Driver’s License. Education: A high school education or the equivalent is required. Experience: At least 6 months experience working on a sheep ranch and operating large farm equipment is required. 

Job Classification:

45-2093.00 - Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

6

Special Requirements:

The worker is subject to a background check post-hire at employer expense. The employer may terminate the worker if the employer discovers a criminal conviction status such as violent and/or sexual offenses, break-ins and/or burglary and/or theft that will impair the safety and living conditions of other workers, residents, and visitors of the farm. The employer will require a drug test (at the employers expense) within two hours of any accidents occurring with farm equipment or vehicles.

Number of Hours Per Week:

35

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Trade Name/Doing Business As:

Two Rock Ranch

Company Name:

Two Rock Ranch

Location:

Berne, NY 12023

Worksite

Address:

78 Turner Road, Berne, NY 12023

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-23068-835499

Multiple Worksites:

No

Date Posted:

4/6/2023

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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