in Canyon County, ID
Job Description
Dates of Need: 8/15/2026-6/14/2027
Position Summary
Shaw Cattle Co., Inc. is seeking dependable, hardworking Livestock/Feedlot Workers to assist with the daily care and management of cattle, irrigation systems, pasture production, and general farm maintenance. This position requires individuals who enjoy working outdoors in varying weather conditions and are committed to maintaining high standards of animal care and farm operations.
Employees will perform a variety of livestock, irrigation, equipment, and farm maintenance duties while contributing to the overall success of a working cattle operation.
Essential Job Duties
Livestock Care
- Observe livestock for health, injuries, illness, and overall condition.
- Feed and water cattle using appropriate equipment.
- Mix feed and nutritional supplements.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and insecticides as directed.
- Assist with calving and other livestock handling activities.
- Herd, sort, and move livestock safely.
- Brand, tag, dock, castrate, and otherwise process livestock.
- Clean and disinfect corrals, barns, sheds, and livestock facilities.
- Maintain livestock records.
- Load, transport, and stack hay and feed.
Irrigation Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor, maintain, and repair center pivot irrigation systems.
- Perform flood irrigation by opening and closing gates and directing water flow.
- Build and maintain irrigation ditches and embankments.
- Repair irrigation pipes, valves, and sprinkler systems.
- Install, remove, and store wheel lines and irrigation equipment.
- Monitor irrigation systems to ensure proper water distribution.
General Farm Duties
- Perform general farm maintenance and cleanup.
- Build, repair, and maintain fencing.
- Maintain and repair farm buildings and structures.
- Make minor mechanical repairs and adjustments to farm equipment.
- Operate tractors, trucks, ATVs, motorcycles, and other agricultural equipment.
- Load and unload farm trucks.
- Apply agricultural chemicals in accordance with applicable regulations (when assigned and properly trained).
- Assist with additional farm operations as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum of one (1) month of livestock production experience.
- Ability to obtain a valid driver's license, as driving on public roads may be required.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must follow verbal instructions and workplace safety procedures.
- Strong work ethic and reliability.
Physical Requirements
Applicants must be able to:
- Lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
- Frequently bend, crouch, stoop, kneel, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, rain, dust, and insects.
- Stand and walk for extended periods.
