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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

3

Job Duties:

The Winter Cattle Feeders duties are specific to caring for livestock during winter months. The worker(s) will be required to herd and sort livestock; round up strays; protect and defend livestock from predators; drive trucks and other equipment to distribute feed to animals on the range; may need to do equipment and tire repair to keep equipment operating. Lift and carry hay bales weighing up to 100 pounds; physically break ice with shovel and/or spud bar in order to keep water supply open for livestock; ride horse and/or 4-wheeler to move cows to various pastures; must be able to handle a horse to ensure the safety of the worker, co-workers and livestock; feed and care for horses and other domestic animals; manually restrains animals when required; apply medication to cuts and bruises; spray livestock with insecticide; feed livestock supplementary rations and mineral blocks; and inspect and repair existing fences used to contain the livestock. The worker(s) will be required to shovel snow by hand and operate tractor with blade to move snow in order to keep areas open for movement of workers, equipment and livestock. The worker(s) are required to assist with calving (night shifts required), feed and attend to livestock in barns during calving. Herd livestock into corrals and stalls, assist with castration of livestock, sort and cut culls, and brand, tag, clip or otherwise identify animals; required to clean stalls, pens and ranch equipment and perform minor repairs and maintenance. Must be willing and able to live and work independently in isolated areas for extended periods of time. Workers must be willing and able to perform tasks capably and efficiently without close supervision. Worker must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds. Most duties are performed out-of-doors and entail exposure to extreme cold; snow, and wind; and herding hazards. Must be self sufficient in a winter blizzard situation. feeding work will have to be done despite adverse winter conditions. General supervision will be provided by the ranch owner. Transportation will be provided between worker housing and the employers worksite at no charge to the worker. A means of communication will be provided at no cost to the workers for emergencies and general ranch communication. During times when the workers are located in an area where a cell signal is weak, the workers will be shown the area nearby where they can walk, drive or ride horse back to attain a cell signal. A minimum of 3 months’ experience is required. Drivers' License is required for hauling feed and back hauls for feed trip

Job Classification:

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

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

3

Special Requirements:

ployer provided items (at no cost to the worker): All tools and equipment necessary to perform the duties assigned as well as transportation between worker(s) on-site housing and the work site. A cell phone or two-way radio will be provided for emergency and ranch communications at no cost to the worker (excluding long distance charges). The expected work schedule may be required in a split shift due to the nature of the job duties. Hours may vary due to weather, time of year and the requirements of the job. Work may be offered more than the specified hours per day, but only required to work the hours specified. Work may be offered 7 days a week but only required 6 days a week.

Number of Hours Per Week:

48

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

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

Employer Information

Company Name:

Cybulski Brothers

Location:

Custer, MT 59047

Worksite

Address:

7650 MUSSELSHELL RD, Custer, MT 59047

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-24219-247949

Multiple Worksites:

No

Date Posted:

8/13/2024

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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