Ranch Cowboy: Livestock Care & Field Operations

AgReserves, Inc.; Wewahitchka (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Company Housing

Company Cell Phone

Tack & Tool Allowance

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Deseret Cattle & Timber is seeking experienced Cowboys to join our local ranch team. The Cowboy will support day-to-day livestock operations under direct supervision, performing routine animal care, land management, and ranch maintenance.

Responsibilities include feeding, watering, monitoring herd health, assisting with handling activities, and maintaining pastures. You will operate basic farm equipment and follow safety policies to meet goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in animal science, agriculture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1–2 years hands-on cattle care, herd management, or livestock operations.
• Basic understanding of cattle nutrition, health, and development phases.
• Capable of essential animal husbandry procedures (branding, vaccination, dehorning, castration, ear tagging).
• Ability to operate basic farm equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Effective communication and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily cattle care including feeding, watering, and monitoring herd health.
• Ensure access to clean water, maintain pasture fencing, and manage forage and supplementation.
• Observe livestock for signs of injury or illness and report concerns promptly.
• Support cattle handling activities: rotating, gathering, sorting, branding, and shipping.
• Assist with pasture and land maintenance: fence repair, water checks, equipment upkeep.
• Maintain a safe working environment by following safety policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately and timely under supervision.
• Assist other team members to meet operational goals.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Animal husbandry

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in animal science or agriculture preferred

Job description

Deseret Cattle & Timber is seeking experienced Cowboys to join our local ranch team. The Cowboy will support day-to-day livestock operations under direct supervision, performing routine animal care, land management, and ranch maintenance.

Responsibilities include feeding, watering, monitoring herd health, assisting with handling activities, and maintaining pastures. You will operate basic farm equipment and follow safety policies to meet goals.