A northern Utah cattle outfit is hiring a single winter range cattle herder for the October 2026 to January 2027 stretch. The job order describes genuine open-range work: the herder must be available up to 24 hours a day, seven days a week and spend the majority of workdays on the range with the cattle. Duties listed include giving emergency minor medical care to sick or injured pregnant cows, using roping methods to immobilise a cow gently and without undue stress, and the wider round of winter livestock care. Six months of prior experience is required. The posted rate is $2,132.41 a month, with the order noting work is performed in Utah and room and board are provided on top of the wage.
| Pay | $2,132.41 per month, plus room and board |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Seasonal |
| Season | Oct 1, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Experienced |
| Location | Hennefer, Utah |
| Job Type | Cowboy |
| Posted | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Apply By | Nov 4, 2026 |
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Summarized from a public posting on U.S. Department of Labor SeasonalJobs.dol.gov job order H-300-26167-019253, checked Sep 19. Not posted by the employer, and not yet verified by WildWork — confirm the details before you travel. Apply on the employer’s original posting.
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