Cowboy/Herdsman - AU Ranches

Barrick Gold Corporation • Battle Mountain, NV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cowboy/Herdsman will perform a range of ranch jobs, focusing on the Cowboy Crew at the TS, Horseshoe, and Dean Ranches. The role is part of the livestock division of Nevada Gold Mines’ agricultural operations and involves caring for and handling livestock across multiple ranch locations between Carlin and Battle Mountain, Nevada, with likely emphasis on Horseshoe Ranch. The successful candidate will observe cattle to identify sick, injured, or stressed animals and provide appropriate care. Duties include feeding, vaccinating, branding, weaning, processing, shipping, receiving, doctoring, calving, fencing, and ranch maintenance, as well as other assigned tasks.

The role requires working in a busy, fast-moving team and may involve working independently in remote locations. Work can include early mornings, long days on horseback, and work in all climate conditions, including high-allergy conditions. Housing is included with a job offer, but the employee must be able to live on the ranch, likely at Horseshoe Ranch in Beowawe, Nevada. The position reports to the AU Ranch Manager.

Requirements

• Prior cowboy experience in rangeland or feedlot operations.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment located on the ranches.
• Valid Nevada driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated in remote locations.
• Ability to work in all climate conditions, including high-allergy conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 or more pounds.
• Ability to provide all horse tack.
• Ability to shoe horses.
• Must be able to live on the ranch.

Nice To Haves

• Access to personal horses.

Responsibilities

• Care for and handle cattle and other livestock.
• Observe cattle for signs of illness, injury, or stress and provide needed care.
• Assist with vaccinating, branding, weaning, processing, shipping, receiving, doctoring, and calving.
• Feed livestock and perform fencing and ranch maintenance activities.
• Work across ranch locations between Carlin and Battle Mountain, Nevada, likely focusing on Horseshoe Ranch.
• Complete assigned ranch duties independently or as part of a team, on time and within budget.

Benefits

• Housing included with job offer.
• Comprehensive compensation package, including bonuses, benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable.
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mines locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed