Ranch Hand

Ranch Hand at Eisenbraun Cattle Company in Philip, SD.

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.

Work begins January 2, 2027 and ends March 30, 2027.

Pay is $17.92 per hour.

Housing is provided.

Typical schedule: about 55 hours per week.