Farmhand

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a dependable, hardworking individual to join our farm full-time. This position will work hands-on with our cattle, with a primary focus on grooming, fitting, training, and preparing cattle for shows, while also assisting with the day-to-day needs of the farm.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working around cattle, enjoys hands-on outdoor work, and is willing to learn. Previous experience with show cattle, fitting, clipping, or livestock handling is REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Groom, wash, blow dry, clip, and fit cattle
• Maintain cattle coats and assist with regular grooming and hair care
• Help prepare cattle for shows, sales, photos, and other events
• Work with cattle regularly to halter break and train them for the show ring
• Practice leading, setting up, handling, and working cattle so they are comfortable being shown
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting cattle when needed
• Provide daily animal care, including feeding, watering, bedding, and monitoring cattle
• Clean stalls, pens, barns, and livestock areas
• Assist with general farm maintenance and upkeep
• Help maintain grooming, livestock, and farm equipment
• Assist with fencing, pasture work, cleaning, and other farm projects as needed
• Watch for signs of illness, injury, or changes in animal behavior and communicate concerns
• Travel to cattle shows, sales, or events when needed
• Perform other general farm duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience working with cattle or other large livestock
• Show cattle, fitting, clipping, grooming, or livestock training experience 
• Comfortable handling cattle of different ages and sizes
• Patient and confident when working with young or inexperienced cattle
• Previous hands-on experience performing artificial insemination on cattle is required.
  
• Comfortable working outdoors and in varying weather conditions
• Dependable and able to work independently
• Willing to learn new techniques and take direction
• Valid driver's license preferred
• Must understand that farm and animal care schedules may occasionally require early mornings, evenings, weekends, or travel

Schedule

This is a full-time position. The normal schedule will be discussed during the interview. Some flexibility will be required during show season, calving, sales, or other times when the animals require additional care.

What We're Looking For

More than anything, we are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with cattle and takes pride in their care and appearance. We want someone who can become a consistent part of the farm, build trust with the animals, and help us develop and prepare cattle for the show ring.

This is a hands-on position and a great opportunity for someone who enjoys livestock, show cattle, grooming, and farm life and wants to make it their full-time career.