Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals

Begin date: 11/21/2026

Full Time: Yes

Number of Workers Requested: 1

Job Duties: The worker will perform duties associated with the care and handling of beef cattle on a beef cattle ranching operation located in Nelson County, North Dakota. For the requested employment period of November 21, 2026 through May 1, 2027, the worker will assist with seasonal cattle care activities, including daily feeding, pen maintenance, and ongoing monitoring of livestock throughout the winter season. Specific duties include feeding livestock according to established schedules, moving and handling livestock, and monitoring livestock health and wellbeing, including maintaining suitable bedding and pen conditions to support animal comfort and health. The worker will work with cattle under the direction of the farm owner and will be expected to perform these duties in varying winter weather conditions, as the intensity of daily livestock care depends on weather and the progression of the season. Prior experience of at least three months working with cattle is required. These duties are limited to the seasonal cattle care work described above and do not include general farm labor, equipment operation, or crop production duties, as none of those activities apply to this position. Employees will be provided with adequate breaks, including meal and rest periods, consistent with applicable Federal, State, and local law, during the course of each workday.

Job Classification: 45-2093.00 - Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals

Experience Required: Yes

Months of Experience Required: 3

Special Requirements: Minimum of 3 months experience is required. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. The worker will be exposed to extreme temperatures. Wage rate may increase with verifiable experience. Employer may reward exceptional work with monetary or other benefits in addition to those listed here in his sole discretion. Operator License Class D Candidate will have 60 days to obtain. Skill Level II Experienced Level Pursuant to the Interim Final Rule (IFR) implementing the new four-level wage system for H-2A occupations, the employer designates this position as Skill Level II Experienced Level, indicating that the job requires prior related experience, independent judgment in performing recurring tasks, and the ability to work with limited supervision.

Number of Hours Per Week: 50

Work Schedule (Start/End time): 8:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.